Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
|---|---|
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | A herbaceous shrub with a rosette growth form. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Leaves are arranged in a rosette, form a water holding cup in the center. The broad, relatively flat leaves are burgundy red with green spots. Leaf margins are covered with small spines. |
| Cultivation | The plant will be more compact with more intense leaf color when grown under bright, but indirect light. Leaves will bleach out if the light intensity is too high. Always have water in the cup. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
| Usage Hazard - Cons | Spines/Thorns - Leaf |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils |
| Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Red |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth, Glossy / Shiny |
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) Remarks | Burgundy |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32713 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 7125 |
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