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Callisia navicularis (Ortgies) D.R. Hunt
| Family Name: | Commelinaceae |
| Synonyms: | Tradescantia navicularis |
| Common Name: | Window's Tears, Chain Plant, Inch Plant |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Mexico |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Perennial succulent with a trailing growth habit. |
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| Foliage | Boat-shaped, fleshy leaves (2-3 cm long, 1-2 cm wide) are tightly stacked together in a leaning tower-like structure. |
| Flowers | Its flowering stems are long. The solitary flowers are composed of 3 ovate, reddish pink to lilac petals. They last only 1 day, opening at dawn and closing in the afternoon. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
| Thematic Landscaping | Rockery / Desert Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Little Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Purple |
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Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Purple |
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| Flower Location | Terminal |
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Others
| Master ID | 32566 |
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| Species ID | 6978 |
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