Homalomena sp. Red Velvet is a rarely-offered houseplant with purplish red stalks and oval, velvety leaves that emerge a copper brown and fade down to dark green. Besides being incredibly beautiful, this Aroid is also rather easygoing, so there is really no excuse not to make this houseplant your own! The colors on the leaves of Homalomena 'Red Velvet' remind us of those of a Philodendron Micans, with its brown hues and gorgeous dark green foliage. However, Homalomena sp. Red Velvet grows as a bushy plant, not a vine, so you will not need a trellis for it. It will also stay rather compact, so it's the perfect choice for small, darker spaces! Homalomena 'Red Velvet' is part of the Homalomena family native to tropical areas of Central America and South East Asia. A true understory plant, the Homalomena can tolerate lower light conditions in your home. Especially this variety, with its dark velvety leaves and purple undersides, has adapted to lower light conditions. However, or optimal growth, consider giving it medium to bright indirect light during the growing season. As with most tropical houseplants, Homalomena benefit from higher humidity, but will do fine in average household air. It is important to water Homalomena 'Red Velvet' frequently and thoroughly during its active growing period. However, be sure to let the water drain from the pot after watering to prevent root rot. Reduce watering during the winter months and allow the soil to dry out partially between watering.
