Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pumilum
ID:
215632

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Taxon 13: 246 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214961



Common Names

  • Homalopetalum pumilum
  • Pumilum Arrowhead
  • Pumilum Fishtail


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Synonyms

  • Scaphyglottis pumila Ames [unknown]
  • Sessilibulbum pumila (Ames) Brieger [unknown]

Description

Homalopetalum pumilum (also called Small 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 pumilum 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 pumilum 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 pumilum 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 pumilum

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

Homalopetalum pumilum FAQ

What is the common name of Homalopetalum pumilum?

Pumilum Homalopetalum

What is the optimal temperature for Homalopetalum pumilum?

65-75 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the optimal humidity for Homalopetalum pumilum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-100116: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.