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Classifications and Characteristics
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
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Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin - a Rex cultorum originating from Leslie Woodriff |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Small rhizomatous begonia to 20cm tall |
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| Foliage | Leaves to 10cm in length, bright pinkish-red with an irregular olive green and silver splashed border. Leaf margin with a reddish-black border |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting, [Remarks] (Prefers high humidity. Do not over water as this can cause the plant to rot.) |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils |
| Pest(s) | Chewing Insects, Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Black, Green, Red, Silver / Grey |
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Others
| Master ID | 31135 |
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| Species ID | 5526 |
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