Homalomena Insignis

Description

Common Name: Homalomena Insignis

Homalomena are hardy, fast-flowing river survivors found in diverse geographical areas. They have been identified in Borneo and throughout Asia, Latin America, and the Pacific. Homalomena Insignisshows off a beautiful range of bright coral-pink, iridescent purple, and deep green colorations that provides a lovely contrast to more common aquatic plants. Homalomena’s leaves are thick with a waxy sheen. These plants make wonderful accents for mid- or foreground placement. Homalomena grow submerged and emersed, and happen to be a common houseplant in some variations.It can be grownattached to hardscape or buried in a nutrient-rich substrate.To propagate, cut new growth off of the rhizome and plant directly into substrate.

You are purchasing one plant, approximately 4-8 inches tall with 3-8 leaves

Family Name: Araceae

Endemic To: Borneo

Size: 4-10 inches

pH: 6-7.5

Care: Easy

Light: Low toMedium

Co2: Not necessary but recommended

Propagation: Cut by rhizome

Growth rate:Moderate