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Episcia 'Emerald Velvet'

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Infraspecific Epithet
Common Names

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, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage
Landscape Uses Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets, Terrarium

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Semi-Shade
Water Preference Lots of Water, Moderate Water
Rootzone Tolerance Moist Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils
Propagation Method Stem Cutting (Tip), Stolon / Runner

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Brown, Green
Mature Foliage Texture(s) Hairy / Hirsute
Prominent Young Flush Colour(s) Brown
Young Flush Texture(s) Hairy / Hirsute

Floral (Angiosperm)

Flower Colour(s) Blue

Image Repository

Images

Others

Master ID 33762
Species ID 8178
Flora Disclaimer The information in this website has been compiled from reliable sources, such as reference works on medicinal plants. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment and NParks does not purport to provide any medical advice. Readers should always consult his/her physician before using or consuming a plant for medicinal purposes.
Species record last updated on: 20 April 2020.
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