Homalomena wallisii 'Camouflage'
queen of hearts or shield plant
From a family of evergreen, perennial tropical plants, 'Camouflage' is a highly unusual houseplant with wonderfully large, waxy...
13cm pot | 20cm tall
£14.99
available to order from summer
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Plant description
From a family of evergreen, perennial tropical plants, 'Camouflage' is a highly unusual houseplant with wonderfully large, waxy and glossy variegated leaves in various shades of green. The foliage has the appearance of army fatigues and would make a fabulous talking point in a home or office, or a great gift for anyone with a military background!
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Bright, indirect light
Rate of growth
Average
Hardiness
Frost tender
How to care for Homalomena wallisii Camouflage:
Originating from tropical regions, they like relatively stable temperatures (ideally above 15°C) and a well-lit position that does not get direct sunlight (think steamy jungle!). They like to be kept well watered, although this can be cut back a little in winter, and they thrive in high humidity, so either grow it in a steamy room, mist it with water regularly, and/or sit the pot on a tray of dampened shingle.
GOES WELL WITH
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Which house plants you choose should depend on the environment you intend to keep them in, the space available, how much time you can spend preening them as well as your personal preference. For me, foliage house plants are the ticket, because they provid
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