tropical plants commonly found in the philippines.pptx

7/27/2019 TROPICAL PLANTS COMMONLY FOUND IN THE PHILIPPINES.pptx

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ByJoy Togonon Tombo


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a genus of about 40 speciesof foliage plants in thefamily Araceae, native to thetropical swamps andrainforests of southeasternAsia from Bangladesh eastto the Philippines and north

to southern China. Nocommon name is widelyused, though they aresometimes called "Chinese

evergreen"


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Growing Conditions:Light: The darker green varieties can grow in nearshade, while the variegated varieties require brighterlight. Do not expose to direct sun.

Water: Water thoroughly in the summer, and mistoften to raise humidity. During the winter, reducewatering but do not let the plant dry completely.Seek to raise humidity in general.

Temperature: They do not like cold drafts ortemperatures below 65F. The warmer, the better.Soil: A well-drained potting soil is perfect.Fertilizer: Slow-release pellets or liquid fertilizer

during the growing season.


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If you love large leaves this is your plant.Designers who search for a foliage thatattracts visitors of hotel lobbies, entrancehalls, conference rooms may opt for this showy

plant. It is easy to keep in both sun light or in shade. Give it

good soil and make sure the pot is heavy andsupports the weight of the plant. Daily watering is

essential and in nature it is usually found close tomountain rivers. Due to its large consumption ofwater it can be used to increase humidity of roomswhich otherwise would be too dry.

The plant tolerates mild frost, can be grown in the

garden, and can get very old. Later it develops atreelike stem.


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found primarily in tropical parts of Asia.Members of the genus are similar inappearance and growth habit to those of the

genus Homalomena, but the two genera aren'tclosely related.It is an is an aroid. water every 3-5 days, semi-shade.


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a genus of about 40 species ofmonocotyledonous flowering plants in thefamily Araceae, native to tropical regions of the

Americas and southeastern Asia. Certain species of Spathiphyllum are

commonly known as Spath or Peace Lilies


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Light: They are shade-loving plantsin their native habitats, and in thehome they prefer light to moderate

shade. Some varieties can withstandmore light.

Water: During the summer, waterand mist frequently. They thrive

with higher humidity. In water,reduce watering, but never allowthe soil to dry out.


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They have mostly broad, relatively flatleaves. Inflorescences form in a shallow depressionthe center of the plant, which often fills partway withwater, through which the flowers bloom.Offsets form

around the central flowering rosette.[2] The leavesimmediately surrounding the inflorescence are veryoften brightly colored, and many species show

banding or striping on most or all of their leaves.
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Light: Indirect light or moderate shade. Theycan be acclimated to higher light levels.

Water: Keep water in the central cup. Change

water frequently with clean water to preventodor and bacteria.


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an herbaceous, relatively thin-stemmed climberthat mainly colonizes either disturbed or high-light habitats. Many examples of herbaceousvines are found in the morning glory family

(Convolvulaceae) and members of the gourdfamily (Cucurbitaceae). Some vines are evenchlorophyll-lacking parasites, depending onthe host plant for its nutrition as well as

support.


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Gardeners can use the tendency ofclimbing plants to grow quickly. If aplant display is wanted quickly, aclimber can achieve this. Climberscan be trainedover walls, pergolas,fences, etc.Climbers can be grown over otherplants to provide additional

attraction. Artificial support can alsobe provided. Some climbers climb bythemselves; others need work, suchas tying them in and training them


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forms large simple fronds visuallysimilar to banana leaves, with thefronds growing to 50-150 cm longand 10-20 cm broad. They are

light green, often crinkled, with ablack midrib, and exhibit circinatevernation. Spores developin sori on the underside of thefrondsThe fronds roll back as theybrown and create a massive leafnest in the branches and trunks of

trees.


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can survive either as an epiphytal,or terrestrial plant, but typically grows onorganic matter. This fern often lives

in palm trees or bromeliads, where it collectswater and humus in its leaf-rosette. It thrives inwarm, humid areas in partial to full shade


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found in tropical or subtropical forests wherethe temperature and air humidity remain highthroughout the year. While Angiopteris andChristensenia prefer lowland rain forest andgrow in partly open habitats, Marattia has apreference for high elevation cloud forest andsemi-deciduous forest in the subtropics.


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creeping or ascendant plants with simple, scale-likeleaves on branching stems from which roots alsoarise. Under dry conditions, some species

of Selaginella roll into brown balls. In this state, theymay be uprooted. Under moist conditions the brownballs become green, because of which these are alsoknown as resurrection plants.


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are evergreen perennial creepersor vines or rarely, shrubs. They oftengrow epiphytically on trees; some

grow terrestrially, or occasionally inrocky areas. They climb by twining,and with the employmentof adventitious roots. Larger species

grow 118 m (3

59 ft), or more, with

suitable support in trees. They havesimple entire leaves, arranged in anopposite pattern, that are typically

succulent.


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The Philippines is considered the center

of diversity for Hoya with at least 74species found in primary forests aboundat all altitudes. Each one has distinct,outstanding characteristics and most of

them are endemic to the Philippines Light: Bright light with some direct sun.

Hoyas will live in low light, but will notbloom.

Water: Keep soil evenly moist springthrough fall. In winter, water sparinglygiving the plant just enough to keep thesoil from drying out completely.


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There are approximately 400 species ofMedinilla, of which until now only themagnifica is supplied as a houseplant. Thefamily name of the Medinilla is

Melastomataceae. Medinilla magnifica finds itsorigin in the mountains of the Philippines. It isan epiphyte, which is a plant that grows onother trees but does not withdraw its food from

those trees as parasites do.


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The number of orchid species equals aboutfour times the number of mammal species, ormore than twice the number of bird species. It

also encompasses about 611% of all seed

plants. About 800 new orchid species areadded each year.

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