Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
cretosa
ID:
296602

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.C.Boyce

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 52: 228 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295934

Common Names

  • Rhaphidophora cretosa
  • Cretosa Philodendron
  • Cretosa Climber

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Description

Rhaphidophora cretosa (also called 'Cretan Philodendron', among many other common names) is an evergreen, climbing shrub native to Malaysia. It has large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves that are green on the top and reddish-purple on the underside. It is found in humid, tropical forests and is often found growing on the trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Rhaphidophora cretosa is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhaphidophora cretosa has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhaphidophora cretosa is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of wood or cork. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Rhaphidophora cretosa

Rhaphidophora cretosa is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Rhaphidophora cretosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhaphidophora cretosa?

Rhaphidophora cretosa

What is the growth rate of Rhaphidophora cretosa?

Slow to moderate

What is the ideal temperature for Rhaphidophora cretosa?

65-80°F (18-27°C)

Species in the Rhaphidophora genus

Rhaphidophora acuminata, Rhaphidophora africana, Rhaphidophora angustata, Rhaphidophora araea, Rhaphidophora australasica, Rhaphidophora balgooyi, Rhaphidophora banosensis, Rhaphidophora beccarii, Rhaphidophora bonii, Rhaphidophora brevispathacea, Rhaphidophora burkilliana, Rhaphidophora calophyllum, Rhaphidophora chevalieri, Rhaphidophora conica, Rhaphidophora conocephala, Rhaphidophora corneri, Rhaphidophora crassicaulis, Rhaphidophora crassifolia, Rhaphidophora cravenschoddeana, Rhaphidophora cretosa, Rhaphidophora cryptantha, Rhaphidophora cylindrosperma, Rhaphidophora dahlii, Rhaphidophora decursiva, Rhaphidophora discolor, Rhaphidophora dulongensis, Rhaphidophora elliptifolia, Rhaphidophora elmeri, Rhaphidophora falcata, Rhaphidophora floresensis, Rhaphidophora foraminifera, Rhaphidophora formosana, Rhaphidophora fortis, Rhaphidophora geniculata, Rhaphidophora glauca, Rhaphidophora gorokensis, Rhaphidophora guamensis, Rhaphidophora hayi, Rhaphidophora honkongensis, Rhaphidophora hookeri, Rhaphidophora intonsa, Rhaphidophora intrusa, Rhaphidophora jubata, Rhaphidophora kokodensis, Rhaphidophora koordersii, Rhaphidophora korthalsii, Rhaphidophora laichauensis, Rhaphidophora lancifolia, Rhaphidophora latevaginata, Rhaphidophora liukiuensis,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1019478-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.