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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | West Indies |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a bulbous plant growing about 55 cm tall. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Its leaves are dark green and strap-like. |
| Flowers | Its inflorescence is erect, containing several white flowers that are funnel-shaped with long and thin petals. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | General, Parks & Gardens, Flowerbed / Border |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Lots of Water, Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils |
| Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 3.5 (Shrub & Groundcover - Monocot) |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | White |
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| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
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Others
| Master ID | 824 |
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| Species ID | 2119 |
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