Homalomena obovata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
215530
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
J. Malayan Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 1: 105 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214859
Common Names
- Homalomena obovata
- Oval-leaved Homalomena
- Oval-leaved Homalomena Plant
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Homalomena obovata (also called Obovate Homalomena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is an evergreen herb that typically grows to 0.5–1 m (1ft 8in–3ft 3in) tall. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Homalomena obovata is an ornamental plant that is often used in tropical gardens. It has attractive foliage and can be used as a ground cover or as a houseplant. It is also known to be a good air purifier, as it helps to remove toxins from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Homalomena obovata is a yellow-orange color with a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Homalomena obovata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Homalomena obovata
Homalomena obovata can be found in tropical Asia.
Homalomena obovata FAQ
What is the common name of Homalomena obovata?
Oval-Leafed Homalomena
What is the natural habitat of Homalomena obovata?
It is found in tropical rainforests
What is the growth habit of Homalomena obovata?
It is an evergreen herbaceous plant that can reach up to 1 m in height
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
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:87256-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.