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 Habitat | Terrestrial |
|---|---|
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | An epiphyte. It has an erect growth form. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | The leaves are ovate in shape and are dark green with yellow margins. The leaves are alternately arranged along the stem and can measure about 10 cm in length. |
| Flowers | The flowers are borne on a compact, axillary inflorescence. The flowers consist of white sepals and petals with purple stripes. The flower lip is deep purple |
| Etymology | It is a hybrid of Phalaenopsis Sogo Alice and Phalaenopsis Zuma's Pixie. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Focal Plant, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Terrarium |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Tissue Culture |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Yellow / Golden |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth, Leathery |
| Foliar Margin | Entire |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower & Plant Sexuality | Bisexual Flowers |
| Flower Colour(s) | Purple, White |
|---|---|
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Flower Location | Axillary |
| Flower Symmetry | Bilateral |
| Inflorescence Type | Raceme |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32166 |
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| Species ID | 6572 |
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