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, Shingle plant.
rhaphidophoraKorthalsii
Shingle plant, Mini shingle plant, Climbing shingle vine.
rhaphidophoraCryptantha
Mini shingle plant, Silver shingle vine, Dwarf climber.
rhaphidophoraDecursiva
Dragon tail plant, Dragon vine, Giant climbing vine.
rhaphidophoraHongkongensis
Hong Kong creeper, Quilted climber, Dimpled vine.
rhaphidophoraPinnata
Dragon tail plant, Mini monstera, Dragon vine.
rhaphidophoraCelatocaulis
Shingle plant, Creeping rhaphidophora, Living wallpaper plant.
rhaphidophoraTetrasperma
Mini monstera, Philodendron Ginny, Mini split-leaf.
rhaphidophoratetrasperma 'Variegata'
Variegated.
rhaphidophoraHayi
Shingle vine, Dragon scale plant, Mini shingle plant.
rhaphidophoraForaminifera
Mini monstera, Lace vine, Swiss cheese vine.
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