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<title>Dragon Topiaries at Hortpark, Singapore</title>
<link>http://www.picable.com/Places/Parks/Dragon-Topiaries-at-Hortpark-Singapore.1029329</link>
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<![CDATA[One of the exhibits at HortPark, Singapore. Billed a &amp;quot;gardening hub&amp;quot;, HortPark brings together many different types of plants and gardening ideas in one location. It is also home to sundry small creatures - bees, butterflies, dragonflies, lizards, centipedes, etc. - which makes it a fun place for children as well. Be sure to bring a cap or hat if you're visiting; it can get quite hot there as there is not much tree cover. Picture taken September 2009.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:04:50 PST</pubDate></item>
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<title>Yellow Ixora</title>
<link>http://www.picable.com/Food/Vegetables/Yellow-Ixora.1029327</link>
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<![CDATA[Ixora is a floral shrub native to Asia. The ixora is commonly used as hedges and screens in the tropics. Picture taken in Singapore (HortPark).]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:54:12 PST</pubDate></item>
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<title>Lantana Camara (Multi-coloured)</title>
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<![CDATA[In the Malaysia of my growing-up days, these are pretty common &amp;quot;weeds&amp;quot;. Today, you can see them grown as ornamental plants in gardens. Very pretty! But I understand that in some areas, the lantana is considered a nuisance because it's so hardy that it hurts the growth of other plants.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:34:09 PST</pubDate></item>
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<title>Lantana Camara( Pink)</title>
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<![CDATA[Lantana camara is one of those really attractive &amp;quot;weeds&amp;quot; which have been introduced as ornamentals in gardens. The circles of tiny flowers give an air of fragility, which is pretty ironic given that this plant is extremely hardy. Picture taken at HortPark, Singapore.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:14:53 PST</pubDate></item>
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<title>Cat's Whiskers, Misai Kucing( Orthosiphon Aristatus) with Purple Flowers</title>
<link>http://www.picable.com/Nature/Plants/Cats-Whiskers-Misai-Kucing-Orthosiphon-Aristatus-with-Purple-Flowers.960191</link>
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<![CDATA[Cat's Whiskers ('misai kucing' in malay) seem to be an increasingly popular choice as an ornamental shrub in Singapore. However, what it is really well-known for in the Malaysia / Singapore region is its herbal qualities. In malay herbal medicine tradition, this plant is excellent for treating ailments related to the kidneys. Picture taken at HortPark, Singapore.]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 04:28:36 PST</pubDate></item>
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<title>Afternoon Nap at Fort Canning Park, Singapore</title>
<link>http://www.picable.com/World/Continents/Asia/Afternoon-Nap-at-Fort-Canning-Park-Singapore.960141</link>
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<![CDATA[Fort Canning Park, located within minutes of Singapore's central shopping areas, provides a welcome respite from the afternoon heat. Mature trees, abundant foliage and the hillside location all make the park one of the cooler places in Singapore. And looks like this tourist is taking advantage of that fact! (if you visit this park, check out its spice garden where you can find common and not-so-common Asian spices and herbs).]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 04:14:12 PST</pubDate></item>
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<title>Cat's Whiskers (Orthosiphon Aristatus) with White Flowers</title>
<link>http://www.picable.com/Nature/Plants/Cats-Whiskers-Orthosiphon-Aristatus-with-White-Flowers.955737</link>
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<![CDATA[The plant is so-named because of its flowers resemble cat's whiskers (&amp;quot;misai kucing&amp;quot; in malay). It is well-known as a malay herbal remedy. Tea made from its leaves is believed to be effective for the treatment of gout, diabetes and rheumatism. Picture taken in Singapore.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:52:10 PST</pubDate></item>
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<title>Cat's Whiskers( Orthosiphon Aristatus) with Purple Flowers</title>
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<![CDATA[These flowers are thought to resemble cat's whiskers  (&amp;quot;misai kucing&amp;quot; in malay), hence its name. The flowers pictured here are purplish. It is also common to see cat's whiskers with white flowers. 

The leaves of the cat's whiskers plant is a well-known malay herbal remedy believed to be effective for the treatment of gout, diabetes and rheumatism.

Picture taken in Singapore.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:35:59 PST</pubDate></item>
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<title>Honey Pineapple</title>
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<![CDATA[Thai Honey Pineapple is a popular choice for shoppers in Singapore. This variety is sweet, and reasonably priced. Pic taken at supermarket in Singapore.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 05:53:23 PST</pubDate></item>
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<title>Female " Mas Cotek "( Ficus Deltoidea) Leaves</title>
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<![CDATA[This plant is known for having male and female versions. Pictured here is the female species, which is characterised its larger leaves and by the presence of three black dots on the back of its leaves.

The "mas cotek" is used in traditional Malay healing preparations (in Southeast Asia). Prepared as a drink, it is believed to be good for removal of toxins, blood circulation, reducing cholesterol, alleviating joint pains, and helping to contract the womb after delivery. It is also thought to be good for increasing sexual desire. 

This picture was taken at Fort Canning Park, Singapore (Spice Garden).]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 09:26:03 PST</pubDate></item>
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