Name
Classifications and Characteristics
Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
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Plant Growth Form | Tree |
Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Maximum Height | 10 m |
Biogeography
Native Distribution | New Guinea |
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Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Local Conservation Status | Non-native |
Description and Ethnobotany
Ethnobotanical Uses | Food (Fruit or Vegetable) |
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Landscaping Features
Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens |
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Plant Care and Propagation
Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
Foliar
Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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Others
Master ID | 1322 |
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Species ID | 2615 |
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