Name
Family Name | |
Genus Epithet | |
Species Epithet | |
Common Names |
Classifications and Characteristics
Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) |
Plant Growth Form | Climber, Vine & Liana |
Description and Ethnobotany
Growth Form | Herbaceous climber. |
Foliage | Olive green, glossy leaves with pink to silver venation are shaped like tear drops (13 cm long, 10 cm wide). They are peltate, having a 2 cm-long, reddish petiole that is directly connected to the interior of the leaf blade, rather than the edge. The underside is dark, brownish red. |
Cultivation | This slow-growing plant is ideal for growing in terrariums or hanging baskets. It needs bright, filtered light. |
Landscaping Features
Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
Plant & Rootzone Preference - Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils |
Landscape Uses | Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Hanging Basket |
Plant Care and Propagation
Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Foliar
Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Pink |
Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Glossy / Shiny |
Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
Image Repository
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Others
Master ID | 32297 |
Species ID | 6705 |
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