Rhaphidophora Pertusa

Rhaphidophora pertusa is mostly grown for its leaves. This species is a half epiphytic plant that produces aerial roots from its rhizome to anchor itself to trees for structural support. The leaves of this plant are oval, heart shaped and like many other species from this genus, the leaf edge is deeply cut. Also, the mature leaves with a maximum length of about 50 cm could show fenestrations. This plant produces inflorescences seldomly. When in bloom, the non-spectacular inflorescence is similar to other species from the aroid family. This plant could be propagated by cuttings. Make sure every piece of cut rhizome contains at least three leaves and some aerial roots. Put cutting in specialized propagation soil or place them in water to root first.