Rhaphidophora megasperma Variegated
Variegated Fishtail Rhaphidophora
Typical UK price
£25
Limited data
Price by size
- Sold, 90 days
- 1
- Middle half
- -
- Last sold
- 31 Aug 2026
- On record
- 3
Cutting/cormEstimate
7cm1 sold
12cmEstimate
MatureEstimate
- Sale
- Typical
- Middle half
- Estimate
for a 7cm pot
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About Rhaphidophora megasperma Variegated
A single recorded colour break of a Bornean species. Rhaphidophora megasperma Variegated shares the same underlying form and growth habit as Rhaphidophora megasperma (deeply lobed, pinnatifid, fishtail-like leaves on climbing vining stem growth), with cream-white marbled variegation across the deeply lobed, fishtail-shaped mature leaf.
Native range
Variegated colour-break cultivar of Rhaphidophora megasperma, Borneo
Classification
- Genus
- Rhaphidophora
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Variegated
- Growth habit
- Root-climbing climber
- Form of
- Rhaphidophora megasperma
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- Deeply lobed, pinnatifidFoliage deeply lobed in a feather-like pattern, but not cut all the way to the central vein., fishtail-like
- Leaf length
- 25-45cm
- Leaf width
- 15-30cm
- Petiole colour
- Green, unaffected by leaf variegation
- Venation
- PinnateVeins or lobes arranged like a feather, branching out symmetrically on both sides of a single main central vein.
- Texture
- Smooth, glossy
- Variegation
- chimericVariegation caused by a cell mutation. Often produces high contrast but can be unstable and revert to all-green. cream-white marbled variegation
- Growth habit
- Climbing vining stem
Recent UK sales
For sale in the UK
By month
| Month | Median | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | £25 | 1 |
| Jul 2026 | £27 | 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
Rhaphidophora megasperma Variegated 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 megasperma Variegated
- 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