rhaphidophorarhaphidophora
genusgenusTropical climbing vines characterized by their aerial roots and distinctive foliage that ranges from simple to deeply cut forms. These adaptable plants naturally grow along tree trunks and rocks in rainforest environments, using their strong aerial roots to climb and anchor themselves.
Etymology
The name comes from Greek 'rhaphidos' meaning 'needle' and 'phoros' meaning 'bearing,' referring to the needle-like calcium oxalate crystals found in the plant's tissues.
Interesting fact!
The young leaves of these plants often start with a solid form, but as they mature and climb higher, they can develop dramatic splits and perforations to cope with wind and maximize light capture in their forest habitat.
All species of Rhaphidophora
rhaphidophoraPertusa
Mini monstera, Swiss cheese vine, Small-holed creeper.
rhaphidophoraKorthalsii
Shingle plant, Shingle vine, Climbing shingle plant.
rhaphidophoraCryptantha
Mini shingle plant, Silver vine, Small leaf climber.
rhaphidophoraDecursiva
Dragon tail plant, Dragon vine, Giant climbing vine.
rhaphidophoraHongkongensis
Hong Kong vine, Quilted vine, Ripple vine.
rhaphidophoraPinnata
Dragon tail plant, Centipede tongavine, Mini monstera.
rhaphidophoraCelatocaulis
Shingle plant, Creeping rhaphidophora, Wallpaper vine.
rhaphidophoraTetrasperma
Mini monstera, Ginny philodendron, Small-leaf vine.
rhaphidophoratetrasperma 'Variegata'
Variegated.
rhaphidophoraHayi
Shingle plant, Dragon scale vine, Mini shingle plant.
rhaphidophoraForaminifera
Mini monstera, Lace vine, Swiss cheese vine.
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