Homalomena josefii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
josefii
ID:
913666
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.C.Boyce & S.Y.Wong
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 60: 13 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913001
Common Names
- Homalomena Josefii
- Josefii Homalomena
- Homalomena
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Homalomena josefii (also called Homalomena, among many other common names) is a plant species in the family Araceae. It is a terrestrial herb with an erect stem up to 30 cm tall. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Homalomena josefii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Homalomena josefii has small yellow flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.
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Homalomena josefii is a tropical plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division.
Where to Find Homalomena josefii
Homalomena josefii is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.
Homalomena josefii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Homalomena josefii?
Homalomena josefii
What is the common name of Homalomena josefii?
Joseph's Shield Fern
What is the natural habitat of Homalomena josefii?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Homalomena genus
Homalomena major, Homalomena megalophylla, Homalomena melanesica, Homalomena metallica, Homalomena minor, Homalomena minutissima, Homalomena monandra, Homalomena montana, Homalomena nigrescens, Homalomena nutans, Homalomena obovata, Homalomena obscurifolia, Homalomena occulta, Homalomena ovalifolia, Homalomena ovata, Homalomena padangensis, Homalomena palawanensis, Homalomena peekelii, Homalomena pendula, Homalomena philippinensis, Homalomena pontederaefolia, Homalomena producta, Homalomena pulleana, Homalomena punctulata, Homalomena robusta, Homalomena rostratum, Homalomena rubescens, Homalomena rusdii, Homalomena sarawakensis, Homalomena saxorum, Homalomena schlechteri, Homalomena scortechinii, Homalomena silvatica, Homalomena singaporense, Homalomena soniae, Homalomena steenisiana, Homalomena stollei, Homalomena subcordata, Homalomena tenuispadix, Homalomena treubii, Homalomena truncata, Homalomena vagans, Homalomena wallichii, Homalomena zollingeri, Homalomena elegantula, Homalomena expedita, Homalomena impudica, Homalomena pineodora, Homalomena pyrospatha, Homalomena ardua,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,
References
Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
Sin Yeng Wong (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Wong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77094775-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.