Rhaphidophora foraminifera
Rhaphidophora Swiss Cheese Plant
Typical UK price
£19
Limited data
Price by size
- Sold, 90 days
- 0
- Middle half
- -
- Last sold
- 30 Jul 2026
- On record
- 2
Cutting/cormEstimate
7cm2 sold
12cmEstimate
MatureEstimate
- Sale
- Typical
- Middle half
- Estimate
for a 7cm pot
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Recent UK sales
For sale in the UK
UK shops
| Shop | Stock | Checked | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| House of Kojo 6cm pot | Sold out | 28 Oct 2026 | £25 |
By month
| Month | Median | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | £16 | 1 |
| May 2026 | £21 | 1 |
Before you buy
- Ensure there is at least one healthy node present; a cutting without a node cannot produce new growth
- For variegated forms, check that the variegation pattern appears on the newest growth and shows no signs of reversion to green
- Inspect the underside of leaves for spider mites (fine webbing or stippling) which are common on pothos-family plants
- Confirm the cutting has visible roots or a healthy node before purchasing, since unrooted cuttings require propagation experience to succeed
About Rhaphidophora foraminifera
Rhaphidophora foraminifera is a climbing aroid native to the wet tropical forests of western Malesia. It thrives in the understory of lowland to lower montane elevations, where it uses aerial roots to ascend tree trunks. This species prefers high humidity, filtered light, and consistently moist soil conditions. Morphologically, it features slender, terete stems with distinct nodes that produce aerial roots. Its alternate, petiolate leaves are elongated, ranging from narrow-elliptic to lanceolate, and are characterized by multiple oblong to elliptical fenestrations that do not reach the leaf margins.
Native range
western Malesia
Classification
- Genus
- Rhaphidophora
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Wild
- Growth habit
- Climbing aroid
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- Elongated and narrow-elliptic to lanceolateLance-shaped leaves that are significantly longer than they are wide, tapering to a point at the tip.
- Leaf length
- 15-30 cm (6-12 inches)
- Leaf width
- 5-10 cm (2-4 inches)
- Petiole colour
- Green
- Venation
- PinnateVeins or lobes arranged like a feather, branching out symmetrically on both sides of a single main central vein.
- Texture
- Smooth, somewhat leathery
- Variegation
- None
- Growth habit
- Climbing aroid
Rhaphidophora foraminifera care
- Substrate
- Well-draining mix: 40% perlite, 40% potting compost, 20% orchid bark.
- Watering
- Water when the top 3–4 cm is dry. These are generally forgiving and will tolerate slight drought better than overwatering.
- Humidity
- 50–70% preferred. Most varieties in this group are more adaptable to typical indoor conditions than true aroids.
- Feeding
- Balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength every 2 weeks in spring and summer. Monthly in winter.
- Repotting
- Every 12–18 months when root-bound. These vining plants grow quickly and may need annual repotting in peak years.
Common problems
Yellowing leaves
Cause: Overwatering or too little light
Fix: Allow to dry more between waterings; move to a brighter position
Loss of variegation (for variegated forms)
Cause: Insufficient light causing reversion to green
Fix: Move to a brighter position; variegated leaves need more light to maintain their pattern
Root rot
Cause: Overwatering or compacted substrate
Fix: Repot into fresh well-draining substrate; reduce watering frequency
Gear for this plant
- Coir Moss Pole, 120cm (4-Pack)Coco coir totem for climbing aroids to root into as they grow upward.
- Natural Rooting Powder, 3 x 75gRooting hormone powder for stem and leaf cuttings.
- Precision Bonsai Pruning Scissors, 200mmFine-bladed snips for clean node cuts when taking a cutting.
- Digital Hygrometer & ThermometerLCD humidity and temperature gauge for checking a grow spot against a plant's target range.
How to propagate Rhaphidophora foraminifera
- Methods
- Stem cutting, Node cutting. Step-by-step guide
- Difficulty
- Moderate. Rewards a consistent watering and light routine, but tolerates the occasional lapse. Suited to growers with some houseplant experience.
- Time to establish
- 4-7 months