homalomenahomalomena
genusgenusTropical foliage plants characterized by their glossy, heart-shaped to oval leaves that emerge from the soil on long stalks. These understory dwellers naturally thrive in the humid, shaded floors of rainforests where they form dense clusters.
Etymology
The name 'Homalomena' comes from the Greek words 'homalos' meaning 'flat' or 'even,' and 'mene' meaning 'moon,' referring to the smooth, rounded shape of their leaf blades.
Interesting fact!
The plants produce a unique warming reaction in their flowers during blooming, which helps disperse their fragrance to attract pollinating insects in their dense forest habitat.
All species of Homalomena
homalomenaPhilippinensis
Philippine evergreen, Metallic shield plant, Emerald beauty.
homalomenaWallisii
Emerald gem, Silver band plant, Mini emerald homalomena.
homalomenaPendula
Weeping homalomena, Hanging shield plant, Cascade emerald.
homalomenaErythropus
Red-stemmed homalomena, Emerald gem, Ruby stems.
homalomenaPineodora
Pine-scented homalomena, Fragrant heart, Pine aroma plant.
homalomenaLauterbachii
Emerald gem, Queen's homalomena, Metal leaf plant.
homalomenaHumilis
Dwarf homalomena, Emerald gem, Mini shield plant.
homalomenaRostrata
Queen of hearts, Emerald gem, King of hearts.
homalomenaRubescens
Emerald gem, Copper plant, Pink-stemmed homalomena.
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