Description
Botanical name – Homalomena ‘Emerald Gem’
Common name – Queen of Hearts, Shield Plant
Description – This beautiful indoor plant has large green heart-shaped leaves sitting on long green stems.
Location – Prefers bright indirect light or an hour or two of morning sun in a frost-free location outdoors.
Care – Needs soil to remain moist but do not leave sitting in water. This plant like humidity so mist leaves regularly. Too much sun can bleach leaves. Use a slow-release fertiliser every six months.
Mature height – .4m H x .3m W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
175mm – 20 cm
**All plant stock and sizes are approximates and subject to grower availability as per the time of year**
Plant Key
Some quick facts about this plant:
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Part Shade |
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Great Indoors |
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High Watering |
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Ideal for Pots |
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Air Purifying |
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30 cm Wide |
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40 cm High |