Homalomena sp. Riau, Sumatra (‘Jungle Velvet’) Espostoa with finer bristles filling the

with finer bristles filling the spaces along the strongly marked ribs

The species domesticum was formally described by H

Providing similar conditions – such as fast-draining soil

Key identifying features

Fine silver lines spread from the centre of each velvety dark-green leaf like whiskers

Homalomena sp. Riau, Sumatra (‘Jungle Velvet’) Espostoa with finer bristles filling theHomalomena sp. Riau, Sumatra (Jungle Velvet) Broad silvery green leaves have a soft velvety surface and a muted sheen. Side veins remain visible across the textured blade, breaking up the silver as the light changes. The broad blades overlap closely, creating a continuous velvety surface across the compact plant.