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Dracaena reflexa
| Family Name: | Asparagaceae |
| Synonyms: | Dracaena reflexa |
| Common Name: | Song of India, Pride of India, Song of Jamaica |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Shrub |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Madagascar, Mauritius |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 3.5 (Shrub & Groundcover - Monocot) |
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Others
| Master ID | 667 |
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| Species ID | 1962 |
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