About
Rhaphidophora are vigorous, climbing, evergreen aroids from tropical Asia producing large, glossy, often deeply lobed or perforated leaves and arum-like inflorescences. Grown as bold, architectural foliage plants in warm, humid, heated greenhouses, conservatories and as houseplants.
About the genus
Rhaphidophora are climbing, evergreen aroids from tropical Asia producing large, glossy, often perforated or deeply lobed leaves. Grown as architectural foliage plants in warm, humid, heated glasshouses, conservatories and as houseplants.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.