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Rhaphidophora latevaginata
Latevaginata Shingling Aroid
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Before You Buy
Species-specific things to check when evaluating a listing
- 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 — unrooted cuttings require propagation experience to succeed
Rhaphidophora latevaginata Morphology
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
Propagation Guide
How to Propagate Rhaphidophora latevaginata
4-7 months
Care Guide
Rhaphidophora latevaginata Care Guide & Growing Conditions
Well-draining mix: 40% perlite, 40% potting compost, 20% orchid bark.
Water when the top 3–4 cm is dry. These are generally forgiving and will tolerate slight drought better than overwatering.
50–70% preferred. Most varieties in this group are more adaptable to typical indoor conditions than true aroids.
Balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength every 2 weeks in spring and summer. Monthly in winter.
Every 12–18 months when root-bound. These vining plants grow quickly and may need annual repotting in peak years.
Common Problems
Yellowing leaves
Overwatering or too little light
Allow to dry more between waterings; move to a brighter position
Loss of variegation (for variegated forms)
Insufficient light causing reversion to green
Move to a brighter position — variegated leaves need more light to maintain their pattern
Root rot
Overwatering or compacted substrate
Repot into fresh well-draining substrate; reduce watering frequency
Borneo's Broad-Sheathed Climber
A Bornean Rhaphidophora — latevaginata referring to the broad sheath that protects emerging leaves, a feature visible on inspection of the developing growth points. At upper middle tier pricing for what is a legitimately scarce species in UK cultivation. Borneo's aroid flora has contributed substantially to the UK collector market in recent years, with Rhaphidophora representing one of the more interesting genera emerging from Malesian plant surveys. The sheath detail is one of those features that rewards close examination.
