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Homalomena 'Emerald Gem'
Homalomena 'Emerald Gem'
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The Homalomena rubescens 'Emerald Gem' is a striking and visually delightful houseplant, renowned for its lush, emerald-green leaves. This plant showcases an upright and compact growth habit, with leaves radiating from the central stem. Upon reaching full maturity, the 'Emerald Gem' Homalomena gracefully attains a height of approximately 2-3 feet.
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical: Homalomena rubescens
Common: Emerald Gem Homalomena, Shield Plant, Queen of Hearts
Necessary Care Tips
Necessary Care Tips
- Light: Bright Indirect
- Ideal Temperature: 65-80°F
- Humidity: Medium
- Water: When the top 2 inches of soil are dry
- Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
- Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix
Advanced Care Tips
Advanced Care Tips
- Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions.
- Trim back any leggy growth and remove dead or yellow leaves to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
Plant Insights
Plant Insights
- Member of the Araceae family, also known as the Arum family, which is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 3,700 species.
- Homalomena plants are native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
- Homalomena plants are known for their air-purifying qualities, making them a healthy addition to your home or office.
- They are closely related to the Philodendron and are sometimes mistaken for them due to similarities in leaf shape.
- Unsafe / Toxic
- Medium Maintenance
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