About
Rhaphidophora decursiva, the creeping philodendron, is a vigorous, climbing evergreen aroid from tropical Asia producing large, deeply pinnately lobed, glossy, dark-green leaves on mature plants. A dramatic foliage plant for a warm, humid, heated greenhouse, conservatory or as a houseplant.
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.