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Renanthera Singaporeans

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Infraspecific Epithet
Comments

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 hybrid was created by How Wai Ron, and it is a cross between Renanthera Kalsom and  Renanthera Tom Thumb.

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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Master ID 32461
Species ID 6873
Flora Disclaimer The information in this website has been compiled from reliable sources, such as reference works on medicinal plants. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment and NParks does not purport to provide any medical advice. Readers should always consult his/her physician before using or consuming a plant for medicinal purposes.
Species record last updated on: 20 April 2020.
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