Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pumilio
ID:
215631

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. São Paulo 1: 250 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214960



Common Names

  • Homalopetalum pumilio
  • Pumilio Arrowhead
  • Pumilio Fishtail


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Synonyms

  • Homalopetalum costaricense Schltr. [unknown]
  • Homalopetalum lehmannianum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pinelia lehmanniana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Pinelia pumilio Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pinelia tuerckheimii Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Restrepia lehmanniana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bletia pumilio Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Brassavola pumilio Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Homalopetalum lehmanniana (Kraenzl.) Schltr. [deprecated]
  • Homalopetalum costaricensis Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Homalopetalum pumilio (also called Dwarf Homalopetalum, 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

Homalopetalum pumilio is an ornamental plant that is often used in tropical gardens. It has attractive foliage and can be used as a ground cover or as a houseplant. It is also known to be a good air purifier, as it helps to remove toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Homalopetalum pumilio 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalopetalum pumilio 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 Homalopetalum pumilio

Homalopetalum pumilio is native to tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in Brazil and Colombia.

Homalopetalum pumilio FAQ

What is the common name of Homalopetalum pumilio?

Pumilio Homalopetalum

What is the optimal temperature for Homalopetalum pumilio?

65-75 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the optimal humidity for Homalopetalum pumilio?

50-70%

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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