Name
| Family Name | |
| Genus Epithet | |
| Species Epithet | |
| Name Authority | |
| Name Status (botanical) | |
| Common Names | |
| Comments |
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
| Plant Growth Form | Climber, Vine & Liana, Epiphyte, Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | French Guiana, Suriname, Brazil |
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | White |
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Inflorescence Type | Spathe & Spadix |
Image Repository
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Others
| Master ID | 31945 |
| Species ID | 6347 |
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