Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Climber |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Bangka and the Anabas Islands. |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | A slender, herbaceous climber. It has twining growth form. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | The leaves are alternately arranged and are triangular-ovate and peltate in shape and are covered with hairs. |
| Stems | The stem is slender and covered with hairs. |
| Flowers | The female flowers are borne in lax clusters with glabrous or sub-glabrous carpels. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses | Medicinal: The raw or boiled tuber is used by the Semelai people to treat kidney problems and constipation. A decoction of the roots is also used in local medicine in Peninsular Malaysia against fever and piles and is given to women after delivery |
Landscaping Features
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Trellis / Arbour / Pergola |
|---|---|
| Thematic Landscaping | Naturalistic Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Seed |
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Others
| Master ID | 31958 |
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| Species ID | 6360 |
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