Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Epiphyte, Herbaceous Plant |
|---|---|
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
|---|---|
| Preferred Climate Zone | Highland / Montane |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Large epiphyte |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Leaves corrugated, light-mid green, 1.2 - 2m long by 15 - 20 cm wide. |
| Flowers | Spathe very dull light green, spadix white |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Lots of Water, Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils |
| Planting Remarks | This species needs to be grown under cooler temperatures (15'c -27'c). In Singapore, this species can be grown in areas that are air-conditioned year round. It also needs very bright, filtered light to do well. |
| Fertilizing | Feed with dilute liquid fertilizers on a regular basis |
| Potential Problems | Care has to be taken when handling this plant as the young leaves, once damaged, will not heal. |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Tissue Culture |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Green - Light Green, White |
|---|---|
| Flower Texture(s) | Leathery |
| Inflorescence Type | Spathe & Spadix |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32679 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 7091 |
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