Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Epiphyte |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo. |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | An epiphyte, it has a monopodial growth form. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | The leaves are arranged alternately and can grow up to 20cm in length. |
| Flowers | The flowers are borne on a raceme and measure about 3cm wide. The flower petals and sepals are cream with red spots while the flower lip is red and has a smooth texture. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Low Humidity / Aircon |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower & Plant Sexuality | Bisexual Flowers |
| Flower Colour(s) | Cream / Off-White, Red, Patterned |
|---|---|
| Flower Texture(s) | Waxy |
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Inflorescence Type | Raceme |
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Others
| Master ID | 31914 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 6316 |
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