Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
|---|---|
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
|---|
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Monopodial orchid 1-1.5m tall |
|---|---|
| Flowers | Inflorescence/ flower spikes 120-35cm tall, compact; flowers yellow, with scattered pinkish purple spots; lip tinged reddish purple with red streaks |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Container Planting |
| Thematic Landscaping | Golden Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Easy to Grow |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Pink, Red, Yellow / Golden |
|---|---|
| Flower Texture(s) | Leathery |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32463 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 6875 |
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