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Homalomena 'Selby'
Selby Homalomena
- Humidity Dome, Heavy-Duty Germination KitVented propagation dome for holding humidity around fresh cuttings.
- Digital Hygrometer & ThermometerLCD humidity and temperature gauge for checking a grow spot against a plant's target range.
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7cm Target Price
£61.00
Homalomena 'Selby' Morphology
About Homalomena 'Selby'
Homalomena 'Selby' is a compact clumping aroid prized for its glossy, deeply quilted dark green leaves, a texture and colour combination that gives it a jewel-like presence despite its unassuming size. Its name is widely associated with Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Florida, long a centre of aroid research and cultivar registration, though detailed breeding records for individual Homalomena selections like this one are sparse compared to better-documented genera. It stays low and clumping rather than climbing, forming a tidy rosette that suits terrarium and cabinet growing as well as open display. Homalomena as a genus remains relatively overlooked next to Anthurium and Philodendron, making 'Selby' a good entry point for collectors curious about the group.
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Before You Buy
Species-specific things to check when evaluating a listing
- Check for firm, healthy roots and no soft rot at the base
- Confirm the deeply quilted leaf texture matches reference photos, as several similar dark-leaved Homalomena circulate under different names
- Inspect leaf undersides for mealybugs, which favour the tight growth habit of this genus
Propagation Guide
How to Propagate Homalomena 'Selby'
Propagation Guide
How to Propagate Homalomena 'Selby'
2-4 months
Cultivar character is preserved through vegetative cuttings
Clumps naturally at the base; divisions establish readily in warm, humid conditions.
Care Guide
Homalomena 'Selby' Care Guide & Growing Conditions
Care Guide
Homalomena 'Selby' Care Guide & Growing Conditions
Chunky, well-aerated mix: 40% orchid bark, 30% potting compost, 20% perlite, 10% sphagnum moss.
Water when the top few centimetres of substrate are dry.
65-85% preferred; this genus is less tolerant of dry indoor air than many common aroids.
Balanced liquid fertiliser at quarter strength every 3-4 weeks during the growing season.
Every 12-18 months, or when the clump crowds the pot.
Common Problems
Crispy leaf edges
Low humidity
Increase ambient humidity, ideally with a humidifier or enclosed cabinet
Slow or stalled growth
Insufficient warmth or light
Move to a warmer, brighter position with indirect light
Field Reference
In the Wild
Field Reference
In the Wild
Field Notes
An Overlooked Genus
Homalomena rarely gets the attention Anthurium and Philodendron command, despite offering foliage texture in a compact, manageable footprint. 'Selby' is a good example of why that's a shame: the quilted, glossy surface catches light in a way few other genera manage at this scale. Worth a look for anyone building out a cabinet or terrarium collection who has exhausted the obvious choices.
