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 | South Peninsular Thailand, Sumatera, Peninsular Malaysia, Borneo, Maluku |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
| Local Conservation Status | Native to Singapore (Extinct (EX)) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a clump or colony-forming herbaceous plant usually grows about 1 m tall. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Its leaf blades are green, leathery and various from sub-liner to broadly ovate-oblong. |
| Flowers | Its spathe is greenish, 5-15 cm long. The spadix is up to 14 cm long. |
| Fruit | Its fruit are oblong-globose, maturing to dull red. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils |
| Propagation Method | Stolon / Runner |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Green |
|---|---|
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Inflorescence Type | Spathe & Spadix |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32358 |
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| Species ID | 6769 |
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