Homalomena sp. (Homalomena)

Homalomena sp. plant with pale green leaves and dark green speckles on foliage
Homalomena 'Selby'

Homalomena sp. plant with wide leaves and variegation across the dense foliage

Botanical name: Homalomena sp.

Common name: Homalomena

Family: Araceae

Origin: tropical Asia and America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyOrnamental foliageEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.

Homalomena is a perennial type of garden plant found worldwide, especially in the tropical and humid climates of Central America and Asia. It can reach a height of approximately nine inches, with dark, heart-shaped green leaves. The Chinese name for homalomena is 'qian nian jian', which means 'thousand years of health'. The rhizomes of homalomena are used in herbal preparations.

Homalomena 'Emerald Gem' - this plant is popular for its dark-green and heart-shaped foliage. It is a very hardy plant in low to medium lighting.


Image gallery: 6 images
Homalomena sp. (Homalomena) green leaves with yellow speckles on the surface of the plant.
Homalomena wallisii
Homalomena sp. (Homalomena) green heart shaped leaves growing as a dense plant
Homalomena 'Emerald Gem'
Homalomena sp. (Homalomena) green heart shaped leaves close up
Homalomena sp. (Homalomena) green leaves with silver splashes in a pot
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Homalomena
Homalomena sp. (Homalomena) Mottled, heart-shaped leaves. Grows well in low light and adds a lush tropical touch indoors.
Homalomena sp. (Homalomena) with dark green and light cream leaves in a close up.
Homalomena sp. (Homalomena) maroon plant leaves in a scalloped edge container.
Homalomena 'Flaming Red'


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