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Fimbristylis dichotoma (L.) Vahl
| Family Name: | Cyperaceae |
| Synonyms: | Fimbristylis dichotoma (L.) Vahl subsp. dichotoma, Fimbristylis diphylla (Retz.) Vahl |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Shrub |
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| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Pantropical |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
| Local Conservation Status | Native to Singapore (Least Concern (LC)) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Taxonomy | Flora of Singapore does not recognise any subspecies of Fimbristylis dichotoma. |
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Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Lots of 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 | 720 |
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| Species ID | 2015 |
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