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Growing Requirements

Prefers a well-lit situation offering the plant protection from the hot sun. This cultivar is best grown n a warmer climate.

Characteristics

Lime green or cream/yellow (more yellow in strong light) marked with green in the centre of the leaves. The petioles are green marked with cream/yellow. In some situations young plants may have white/cream markings in the centre of the newest leaves. The margins of the medium size leaves are moderately to broadly undulated. The outer edges may turn up slightly (more obvious on the new growth). The tips usually turn down.

History

Named 'Isabella' in The Philippines. Imported into Australia as 'Thai Lady'. It has also been sold as 'Thai Queen' and 'Pretender' in Australia.

'Pretender'
Speciesfruticosa
Colours
  • Cream
  • Green
Origin Countryflag of Thailand Thailand
Leaf ShapeIntermediate
Light RequirementFiltered Light
SizeMedium
SizeMedium