Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
koordersii
ID:
296662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 25: 6 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295994

Common Names

  • Rhaphidophora koordersii
  • Koordersii Philodendron
  • Koordersii Climber

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Description

Rhaphidophora koordersii (also called Koorders' Philodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing plant, with long, slender stems that can reach up to 10 m in length. It prefers humid, tropical climates and is commonly found in rainforests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhaphidophora koordersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and indoors. It is also used to reduce indoor air pollution and improve the air quality.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhaphidophora koordersii is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhaphidophora koordersii is a tropical, evergreen, climbing plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an easy-to-grow plant that prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings. Cut a stem just below a node and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with moist soil and keep it in a warm, humid environment until it takes root.

Where to Find Rhaphidophora koordersii

Rhaphidophora koordersii is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Rhaphidophora koordersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhaphidophora koordersii?

Rhaphidophora koordersii

What is the common name of Rhaphidophora koordersii?

Koorders' Philodendron

What is the ideal temperature range for Rhaphidophora koordersii?

65-85°F

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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:88511-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.