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Detail
The Selby Homalomena, also known as Homalomena selby, is an enchanting tropical houseplant appreciated for its lush, glossy foliage. Its leaves are broad and oval-shaped, featuring a rich, deep green color with intricate patterns of silver marbling that add to its visual allure. This plant is well-suited for indoor cultivation, thriving in bright, indirect light and maintaining its striking appearance with regular care, making it an appealing choice for those looking to introduce a touch of the tropics into their living spaces.
Ed's Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Columnea
- Common Name(s): Selby
- Family: Araceae
- Native Range: Rainforests of Southeastern Asia
Ed's Care Guide
- Care Level: Easy
- Light: Bright to medium indirect light
- Water: Keep soil moist. These plants do not like to be dry, but nor do they like to be sitting in water so avoid overwatering.
- Humidity: High
- Temperature: 60-90F, but can withstand temperatures as low as 40 F
- Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves
- Feeding: Fertilize regularly with a liquid plant food used at the strength recommended by the manufacturer
- Propagation: Stem tip cuttings
- Growth: Compact
- Pests: Generally not subject to pests
- Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets