Homalomena 'Emerald Gem'

Homalomena

Family
Araceae (a-RAY-see-ee)
Genus
Homalomena (hom-al-oh-MEE-nuh)
Synonym
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Sun Exposure
Danger
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
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Bloom Color
Bloom Time
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Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Seed Collecting
Light Shade
Fruit Shape
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Fruit Size
Fruit Colors
Mid Summer
Growing Habit
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
Disease Resistance
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Calistoga, California

San Leandro, California

Pompano Beach, Florida

Gonzales, Louisiana

Saint Louis, Missouri

Nome, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

3
positives
0
neutral
0
negative
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(Zone 1) | May 2007 | positive

I have had this plant for about 3 years and most of the year it stays on my shaded deck. It will burn if put in full sun. When the temp...Read More

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Coral Springs, FL (Zone 10b) | August 2006 | positive

This is a very pretty plant, but any direct sun at all here in this zone, 10b, (even for a few minutes) will cause the tips of the leaves...Read More

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Northern California, CA (Zone 9a) | August 2006 | positive

A very easy care houseplant in our area. I move it outside for the mild weather and bring it in for winter.

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