Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Epiphyte, Herbaceous Plant |
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| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Central and western Colombia |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial (Primary Rainforest, Mountain) |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical, Highland / Montane |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Foliage | Leaves to 2m in length, 8-20(-25)cm wide, mid-dark green, veins pale green-white, venation becoming more prominent with age. Leaf shape variable, narrowly oblong - ovate. |
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| Habitat | Wet/ moist forests, ; lowlands to 1,430m asl |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
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| Landscape Uses | Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Shade |
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| Water Preference | Lots of Water, Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils |
| Planting Remarks | This species is able to grow in the lowlands, but will do much better at cooler temperatures (25'c or less) |
| Pest(s) | Chewing Insects, Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Tissue Culture |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Green - Light Green, White |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32680 |
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| Species ID | 7092 |
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