Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Epiphyte |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Borneo |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | An epiphytic, sympodial orchid. |
|---|---|
| Stems | The stems are slender and have a zig-zag shape. |
| Flowers | The flowers can grow up to 5cm wide and are borne on inflorescences. The flowers have yellow petals and sepals while the flower lip is yellow and covered with hairs which vary in colour from red to orange or yellow. |
| Habitat | It is found growing on trees in an open environment at altitudes of 600 to 1000m |
| Cultivation | It is ideally grown under light shade and can be grown mounted or hung in opne, slatted wooden baskets. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Division, Tissue Culture |
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Others
| Master ID | 31488 |
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| Species ID | 5885 |
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