Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | OF horticultural origin |
|---|
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a herbaceous plant growing about 20 cm tall. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Its leaves are thick and fleshy, ovate to round-shaped, variegated with greenish-white irregular sections. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Indoor Plant |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Cream / Off-White, Green |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Thick |
| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32288 |
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| Species ID | 6696 |
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