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Piper porphyrophyllum (Lindl. ex Blandy) N.E.Br.
| Family Name: | Piperaceae |
| Synonyms: | Cissus porphyrophylla Lindl. ex J.Dix, Piper leptonema Hook.f. |
| Common Name: | Tiger's Betel, 紫背胡椒 |
Tiger's Betel (Piper porphyrophyllum) has ornamental dark green leaves with white and pink streaks along the veins, and purple undersides.
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Climber, Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
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| Local Conservation Status | Native to Singapore (Critically Endangered (CR)) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Habitat | In its wild habitat, it is found trailing in the understory of forest floor, climbing up small trees. |
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Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Fast |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Pink |
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| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
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Others
| Master ID | 32992 |
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| Species ID | 7406 |
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