Rhaphidophora foraminifera

Rhaphidophora Swiss Cheese Plant

Wild SpeciesTropical Species
£££ · RareLowwestern Malesia
Rhaphidophora Swiss Cheese Plant

Morphology

leaf ShapeElongated and narrow-elliptic to lanceolate
leaf Length15-30 cm (6-12 inches)
leaf Width5-10 cm (2-4 inches)
petiole ColorGreen
venationPinnate
textureSmooth, somewhat leathery
variegationNone
growth HabitClimbing aroid

About

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.

Climate Profile

Originwestern Malesia
HumidityHigh humidity
TemperatureWarm (18-30°C / 65-85°F)
LightFiltered light
FamilyAraceae
GenusRhaphidophora

Market Analysis & Price Guide

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AA PriceEstimate
£80 – £300
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Quick Facts

growth HabitClimbing aroid
mature SizeLarge climbing vine (several meters)
lightFiltered light
humidityHigh humidity
temperatureWarm (18-30°C / 65-85°F)
difficultyModerate
growth SpeedMedium to Fast
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