Name
Classifications and Characteristics
Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
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Plant Growth Form | Shrub |
Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
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Local Conservation Status | Non-native |
Description and Ethnobotany
Foliage | Its leaves are linear, striped with yellow center and green margins. The leaf margins are entire without spines. |
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Landscaping Features
Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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Landscape Uses | General, Parks & Gardens, Groundcover |
Thematic Landscaping | Golden Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
Light Preference | Full Sun |
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Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Rootzone Tolerance | Fertile Loamy Soils |
Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Yellow / Golden |
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Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
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Others
Master ID | 30202 |
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Species ID | 4511 |
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