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Fockea edulis (Thunb.) K.Schum.

Family Name: Apocynaceae

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Name Authority

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Epiphyte
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic

Biogeography

Native Distribution Southern Africa

Landscaping Features

Landscape Uses Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun, Semi-Shade
Water Preference Little Water
Plant Growth Rate Slow
Rootzone Tolerance Drought Tolerant

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Master ID 32486
Species ID 6898
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Species record last updated on: 04 June 2021.
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