Homalomena rubescens ‘Black Emerald’ Theobroma low-profile growth

low-profile growth

airy substrate with good drainage

Humidity Needs

Each blade narrows to a firm point and can eventually exceed a metre while remaining only a few centimetres thick

Wipe dust off the leaves now and then so the plant can use available light efficiently

Homalomena rubescens ‘Black Emerald’ Theobroma low-profile growthHomalomena rubescens Black Emerald Broad heart to arrow shaped leaves open green and mature towards near black above visible red toned petioles. Fresh blades rise folded through the centre, then spread and deepen in colour as the surface hardens. Short red toned stalks keep the near black blades in a compact crown.