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Homalomena Humilis

$13.99 USD $14.99 USD
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Homalomena humilis is a tropical aroid with thick, waxy leaves and a mix of green and pink tones that can shift depending on its environment. It has a bold, slightly glossy look that stands out nicely against more common green plants. While it’s often grouped with aquatic species like Bucephalandra, Homalomena humilis is better suited for paludarium or terrarium-style setups. It grows best with its roots kept moist or lightly submerged, while the leaves remain above water in a humid environment.

It’s relatively easy to care for and does well in low to medium lighting. Overall, it is a great option if you’re looking to add something a little different to a high-humidity setup, especially if you like the look of Buce or Anubias but want something less common.

Plant Care & Information

Common Name(s) Homalomena Humilis
Plant Type Rosette
Care Level Easy
Lighting Low to Medium
CO2 Not Required
Growth Rate Slow
Suggested Placement Midground
Height / Size 4-6"+
Propagation Divide & Replant
About Our Live Aquatic Plants

Aquarium plants can vary in growth form and may require time to transition to your aquarium environment, whether grown submerged or emersed. This transition period is a natural part of establishing healthy, long-term growth in planted aquariums.

From carpeting plants in the foreground to stem plants and larger species used in the midground or background, each plant offers a unique contribution to a balanced and natural aquascape. As plants adapt, it is normal to see minor changes such as leaf melt, color shifts, or new growth patterns as they settle into their new conditions.

We carefully inspect and prepare all live aquatic plants prior to shipping. While we do our best to minimize hitchhikers, we cannot guarantee plants to be completely pest or snail-free unless tissue culture options are selected.

Because live plants are perishable, some signs of transit stress may occur, including leaf loss or cosmetic damage. These are typically temporary and when when healthy roots are present, most plants will recover with proper care.

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About Our Tissue Culture Plants

Tissue culture aquarium plants are grown in sterile, laboratory conditions, ensuring they are free from pests, algae, and snails. These young plants are cultivated in nutrient-rich gel and are grown in emersed form before being introduced into the aquarium.

Tissue culture plants are best for aquascapers looking for clean, controlled plant material, especially for shrimp tanks or sensitive setups. Before planting, the gel media should be gently removed, and the plant can be divided into smaller portions for planting.

With proper care, tissue culture plants transition quickly and establish into healthy submerged growth.

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Reviews by real customers

Overall rating: 4.875 / 5 from 8 reviews.

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Vivid and Vibrant

"The colors of the leaves are so bright. It arrived happy, safe and healthy."

Paul A. (5/5)

Healthy smallish plant at a good price

"I've seen these elsewhere for more money. This is a good value plant, not fussy for me, a nice contrast with other plants and currently growing nicely"

VALERIE P. (5/5)

Oh my freaking goodness so gorgeous!

"I purchased this plant for its emersed form and to grow it as a houseplant for my collection. It is just as beautiful as I hoped it would be. It arrived in excellent condition and it's doing so well and has already given me a new leaf as it's still working on changing forms. I can't wait to see how it grows and matures in the coming months/years. I am so happy with my purchase."

Rhea L. (5/5)

Homalomena

"Bellas plantas grandes y fuertes"

Ramón D. (5/5)

Nice plants!!

"Plants came in fast and healthy! Wouldn't hesitate to buy from Glass Aqua again!"

Norm L. (5/5)

nice plant

"nice plant"

Mark A. (4/5)

Healthy plant, quick shipping, and

"Healthy plant, quick shipping, and good packing."

Margaret L. (5/5)

As advertised

"I'm no stranger to Homalomenas, but I was looking for something with more color. This worked out perfect! It came in looking exactly like the photo. Extremely healthy and happy. I plan to plant it in a terrarium very soon."

Daniel K. (5/5)

Q&A

Shipping, Returns and Refunds

Shipping
Orders are typically processed within 1-2 business days M-F. However, additional time may be required during peak seasons and federal holidays. For orders containing live plants, we exercise extra caution and assess factors such as travel distance and weather to ensure safe transit.

To avoid delays, please ensure all order information is accurate and complete. We cannot offer refunds and are not responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses due to errors in provided information. Once an order has been shipped, delivery times are determined by the carrier and are outside of our control. On average, shipments arrive within 2–5 business days, excluding weekends and holidays. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.

Returns
If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery. Approved returns must be shipped back within 14 days of approval. Returned items must be unused, unopened, and in their original packaging. Specific return requirements, if applicable, will be listed on the product’s page. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.

Refunds
No worries, we’ll take care of everything as long as it fits the guidelines above.Most answers to general questions can be found on our FAQ page.