Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
singaporense
ID:
215593

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 1869: 18 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214922

Common Names

  • Homalomena singaporense
  • Singapore Arrowhead
  • Singapore Fishtail

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Description

Homalomena singaporense (also called Singapore Homalomena, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and tropical woodlands. It has a short stem and large, glossy green leaves. The flowers are small and white in color.

Uses & Benefits

Homalomena singaporense 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

Homalomena singaporense has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalomena singaporense is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers warm, humid climates and does best in partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one leaf and one root. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The plants should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Homalomena singaporense

Homalomena singaporense is native to Singapore and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Homalomena singaporense FAQ

What is the common name of Homalomena singaporense?

Singapore Homalomena

What is the optimal temperature for Homalomena singaporense?

65-75 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the optimal humidity for Homalomena singaporense?

50-70%

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,

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