Rhaphidophora latevaginata
Latevaginata Shingling Aroid
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£25 to £80
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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 latevaginata
Rhaphidophora latevaginata is a shingling aroid native to the tropical rainforests of Borneo. In its juvenile stage, it shingles closely and flat against its support, producing round, heart-shaped, overlapping leaves that are medium green and slightly leathery. As it climbs high into the canopy, it develops larger, elongated leaves with a distinct petiole sheath. It grows well in high humidity and warm temperatures with a wood plank or pole to shingle on.
Native range
Borneo
Classification
- Genus
- Rhaphidophora
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Wild
- Growth habit
- Shingling to root-climbing climber
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- Asymmetric heart-shaped, shingling
- Leaf length
- 8-15cm (juvenile)
- Leaf width
- 6-12cm
- Petiole colour
- Green, short
- Venation
- PinnateVeins or lobes arranged like a feather, branching out symmetrically on both sides of a single main central vein., inconspicuous
- Texture
- Leathery, matte
- Variegation
- None
- Growth habit
- Shingling flat against support
Rhaphidophora latevaginata 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.
- Humidity Dome, Heavy-Duty Germination KitVented propagation dome for holding humidity around fresh cuttings.
How to propagate Rhaphidophora latevaginata
- 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