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Growing Requirements

Prefers a well-lit situation offering the plant protection from the hot sun.

Characteristics

Mid green,The outer edges are marked with pink/red. The inner margins are lined with white. On the newer growth, there may be some cream to pink markings radiating out from the mid rib (these markings are usually adjacent to the tip of the leaf). The petioles are marked with cream and redThe margins of the long, rather narrow leaves are slightly undulated. Sections of the outer edges of some leaves may roll under. The tips turn down. The foliage is held in an arching fashion.

History

'Philippine Maize'
Speciesfruticosa
Colours
  • Green
  • Red
Origin Countryflag of The Philippines The Philippines
Leaf ShapeIntermediate
Light RequirementFiltered Light
SizeLarge
Produces FlowersYes
Produces SeedYes
SizeLarge
Breeders