Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
|---|
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Woody shrub to 2m tall (under local conditions) |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Leaves glossy, mid - dark green, , 8-18cm long by 4-6cm wide. |
| Flowers | Flowers white, fragrant, to 8cm wide. Corolla tubes 12-15cm long, lobes 3-4cm long by 1cm wide. |
| Taxonomy | The specimen featured in this record has been changed to 'Gardenia cf. nitida', as it resembles this species. However, examinaton of the type specimens for G. nitida would be necessary for a positive identification for this species. An update on its identity will be provided when information is available. ID for this entity has kindly been provided by Mr Low Yee Wen of SING Herbarium. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Fragrant (Flowers) |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Small Gardens, Container Planting |
| Thematic Landscaping | Moonlight Garden, Fragrant / Aromatherapy Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils, Easy to Grow |
| Pest(s) | Chewing Insects, Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | White |
|---|---|
| Flower Texture(s) | Smooth |
| Flower Location | Axillary |
| Flowering Period | A Few Times Yearly |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 30606 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 4915 |
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