Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
|---|---|
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Monopodial orchid 60- 120cm in height |
|---|---|
| Flowers | Inflorescence to 60cm in length, compact, many flowered. Flowers bright red. |
| Taxonomy | This is a hybrid between Renanthera phiilippinensis and Renanthera storiei |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Container Planting |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Easy to Grow |
| Fertilizing | Feed with dilute liquid fertilizers/ blends for orchids on a regular basis |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Red |
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Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32460 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 6872 |
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