Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
|---|---|
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a herbaceous plant growing about 1.2 m tall. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Its leaves are dark green with a reddish hue. |
| Stems | Its flesh stems are red. |
| Flowers | Its erect inflorescence has stunning reddish-orange flowers. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Flowerbed / Border, Container Planting |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Lots of Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils |
| Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Red |
|---|
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Orange, Red |
|---|---|
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32004 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 6406 |
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