Status:
valid
Authors:
Cheel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales 56: 77 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214983
Common Names
- Homoranthus darwinioides
- Darwin's Homoranthus
- Darwin's Christmas Bush
Description
Homoranthus darwinioides (also called Darwin's Homoranthus, 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
Homoranthus darwinioides is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Homoranthus darwinioides 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Homoranthus darwinioides is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Homoranthus darwinioides
Homoranthus darwinioides is native to tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in Brazil and Colombia.
Homoranthus darwinioides FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Homoranthus darwinioides?
Homoranthus darwinioides prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
What is the optimal humidity for Homoranthus darwinioides?
Homoranthus darwinioides prefers humidity levels between 50-70%.
What is the optimal light level for Homoranthus darwinioides?
Homoranthus darwinioides prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Homoranthus genus
Homoranthus biflorus,
Homoranthus cernuus,
Homoranthus croftianus,
Homoranthus darwinioides,
Homoranthus decasetus,
Homoranthus decumbens,
Homoranthus flavescens,
Homoranthus floydii,
Homoranthus homoranthoides,
Homoranthus lunatus,
Homoranthus melanostictus,
Homoranthus montanus,
Homoranthus papillatus,
Homoranthus porteri,
Homoranthus prolixus,
Homoranthus thomasii,
Homoranthus tropicus,
Homoranthus virgatus,
Homoranthus wilhelmii,
Homoranthus zeteticorum,
Homoranthus binghiensis,
Homoranthus coracinus,
Homoranthus tricolor,
Homoranthus bebo,
Homoranthus vagans,
Homoranthus inopinatus,
Homoranthus brevistylis,
Homoranthus elusus,
Homoranthus bruhlii,
Homoranthus clarksonii,
Homoranthus cummingii,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa,
Acca macrostema,
Accara elegans,
Actinodium cunninghamii,
Agonis baxteri,
Agonis flexuosa,
Agonis grandiflora,
Agonis theiformis,
Agonis undulata,
Agonis hypericifolia,
Algrizea macrochlamys,
Algrizea minor,
Allosyncarpia ternata,
Aluta appressa,
Aluta aspera,
Aluta maisonneuvei,
Aluta quadrata,
Aluta teres,
Amomyrtella irregularis,
Amomyrtella guilii,
Amomyrtus luma,
Amomyrtus meli,
Angophora bakeri,
Angophora clelandi,
Angophora costata,
Angophora crassifolia,
Angophora dichromophloia,
Angophora euryphylla,
Angophora exul,
Angophora floribunda,
Angophora hispida,
Angophora inopina,
Angophora leiocarpa,
Angophora melanoxylon,
Angophora paludosa,
Angophora robur,
Angophora subvelutina,
Angophora woodsiana,
Angophora clelandii,
Anticoryne diosmoides,
Anticoryne ovalifolia,
Anticoryne melanosperma,
Archirhodomyrtus baladensis,
Archirhodomyrtus beckleri,
Archirhodomyrtus paitensis,
Archirhodomyrtus turbinata,
Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii,
Arillastrum gummiferum,
Astartea aspera,
Astartea corniculata,