Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
pineodora
ID:
796659

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sulaiman & P.C.Boyce

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 57: 8 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795992

Common Names

  • Homalomena pineodora
  • Pineodora
  • Pineodora Homalomena

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Description

Homalomena pineodora (also called Pine-scented Homalomena, among many other common names) is an aroid native to the Philippines. It has white flowers and grows in moist areas, such as near streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Homalomena pineodora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Homalomena pineodora has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalomena pineodora is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Homalomena pineodora

Homalomena pineodora can be found in the tropical forests of Africa.

Homalomena pineodora FAQ

What is the common name of Homalomena pineodora?

Pine-scented Homalomena

What is the natural habitat of Homalomena pineodora?

Dry, rocky slopes and plains

What is the scientific name of Homalomena pineodora?

Homalomena pineodora

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.
Baharuddin Sulaiman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sulaiman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77069224-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.