Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Climber |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Marianas Islands, Ryuku Islands, Philippines and Taiwan. |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | A monopodial climbing orchid. It climbs by means of its roots and can reach up to 70cm in height. |
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| Foliage | The leaves are V-shaped in cross-section and can grow up to 25cm long and 2cm wide. |
| Flowers | The fragrant flowers are borne on a raceme which can grow longer than the leaves. The flower petals and sepals are yellow with brownish streaks along the length of the surface. |
| Cultivation | It is ideally grown under partial sun, in very free draining growing media. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Stem Cutting |
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Others
| Master ID | 31483 |
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| Species ID | 5880 |
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