Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Maximum Height | 15 cm to 45 cm |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Africa |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Clump-forming herb up to 45 cm tall. |
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| Foliage | Silvery green leaves have thin dark green stripes which are irregularly spaced. Elongated, elliptic leaves have a distinctly wavy leaf margin. The petiole (leaf stalk) is bright orange-yellow and forms a striking contrast with the silvery green leaf blade. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Orange |
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| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 3.5 (Shrub & Groundcover - Monocot) |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 507 |
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| Species ID | 1803 |
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