Homalomena subcordata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subcordata
ID:
215601
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 1: 183 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214930
Common Names
- Homalomena subcordata
- Subcordata Arrowhead
- Subcordata Fishtail
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Homalomena subcordata (also called Subcordate Homalomena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to South America, specifically Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It can be found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Homalomena subcordata 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 subcordata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Homalomena subcordata 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 subcordata
Homalomena subcordata is native to tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in Brazil and Colombia.
Homalomena subcordata FAQ
What is the common name of Homalomena subcordata?
Subcordate Homalomena
What is the optimal temperature for Homalomena subcordata?
65-75 degrees Fahrenheit
What is the optimal humidity for Homalomena subcordata?
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,
References
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:87309-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.