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Drimiopsis maculata

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Drimiopsis maculata Lindl. & Paxton

Family Name: Asparagaceae
Synonyms: Drimiopsis minor Baker
Common Name: Little White Soldiers, African Hosta

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Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
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Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Herbaceous Plant
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage
Landscape Uses Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Semi-Shade, Full Shade
Water Preference Moderate Water
Rootzone Tolerance Moist Soils
Propagation Method Sucker, Division

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green, Patterned
Mature Foliage Texture(s) Powdery / Waxy Bloom

Non - Foliar and Storage

Specialised Storage Organ(s) Underground (Bulb)

Floral (Angiosperm)

Flower Colour(s) Cream / Off-White

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Master ID 30751
Species ID 5080
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Species record last updated on: 23 February 2022.
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