Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Madagascar |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | A herbaceous evergreen, low-lying shrub, it can grow up to 20cm in height. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | The leaves are arranged in opposite pairs along the stem. The leaves are succulent and obovate in shape with a crenate leaf margin. The leaves are powdery white-green. |
| Flowers | The bisexual flowers are borne on an flower inflorescence in clusters. The flowers are purple-pink in colour and are urn-shaped. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens |
| Thematic Landscaping | Silver Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Little Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Seed |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 31661 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 6060 |
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