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Cyanotis nilagirica Hassk.
| Family Name: | Commelinaceae |
| Synonyms: | Cyanotis obtusa (Trimen) Trimen, Cyanotis arachnoidea var. obtusa Trimen |
| Common Name: | Wondering Jew |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage |
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| Landscape Uses | Coastal Plant, Beachfront / Shoreline, Suitable for Rooftops, Vertical Greenery / Green Wall, Groundcover, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Little Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Drought Tolerant |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting (Herbaceous), Stolon / Runner |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Red |
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Others
| Master ID | 32512 |
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| Species ID | 6924 |
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