Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
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| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin - this is sold under the trade name of 'Silver Leaves' |
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| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Rhizomatous herb to 15cm tall, forming dense clumps under ideal growing conditions |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Leaves to 10cm in length, dull silver above, veins dull dark green. Under surface of leaves dark red, with sparse hairs. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils |
| Pest(s) | Chewing Insects, Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting, Leaf Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Red, Silver / Grey |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Thin |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 31240 |
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| Species ID | 5635 |
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