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Cordia lutea Lam.

Family Name: Boraginaceae

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Name Authority
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Tree
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic
Maximum Height 8 m

Biogeography

Native Distribution South America
Native Habitat Terrestrial
Preferred Climate Zone Tropical
Local Conservation Status Non-native

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers

Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal

Pollination Method(s) Biotic (Fauna)

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate

Others

Master ID 34359
Species ID 8772
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Species record last updated on: 31 August 2023.
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