Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
|---|---|
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Plant Shape | Fountain (Palm-like) |
Biogeography
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
|---|
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Perennial herb. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Broadly ovate, pinkish orange to reddish leaves have pinkish white petioles. Leaves have limited amounts of green spots, splotches or streaks. Leaf blade is hairless and wrinkled, while leaf margin is slightly undulating. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Stem Cutting, Division |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Red |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth |
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Others
| Master ID | 32801 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 7214 |
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