Homalomena plicata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plicata
ID:
1334069
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.C.Boyce & S.Y.Wong
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 257 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346523
Common Names
- Homalomena plicata
- Plicata Homalomena
- Plicata's Homalomena
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Homalomena plicata (also called Pleated Homalomena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to tropical regions of South America, where it is found in moist forests. It is a small, evergreen herb with small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, wetlands, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Homalomena plicata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Homalomena plicata is a small, white to yellow flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Homalomena plicata is a terrestrial aroid native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Homalomena plicata
Homalomena plicata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.
Homalomena plicata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Homalomena plicata?
Homalomena plicata
Where is Homalomena plicata found?
Homalomena plicata is found in South Africa.
What is the flowering season of Homalomena plicata?
Homalomena plicata typically flowers in the spring and summer months.
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:77157657-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.