Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Succulent Plant |
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Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Madagascar |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Caudiciform shrub up to 2 m tall. |
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| Flowers | Cream to yellow flowers are trumpet-shaped with 5 oval lobes. The stigma (tip of the female part) is composed of 2 lobes, one which is held erect and one which hangs down. They are oriented horizontally and are pollinated by beetles. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Yellow / Golden |
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Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32567 |
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| Species ID | 6979 |
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