Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
liukiuensis
ID:
296680

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hatus.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 20: 56 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296012

Common Names

  • Rhaphidophora liukiuensis
  • Liukiu Philodendron
  • Liukiu Climber

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Description

Rhaphidophora liukiuensis (also called Liukiu 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 liukiuensis is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage, and is used to add greenery to indoor spaces. It is also used as a groundcover in outdoor gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhaphidophora liukiuensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhaphidophora liukiuensis 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 liukiuensis

Rhaphidophora liukiuensis is native to the Ryukyu Islands of Japan and can be found in the tropical forests of the islands.

Rhaphidophora liukiuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhaphidophora liukiuensis?

Rhaphidophora liukiuensis

What is the common name of Rhaphidophora liukiuensis?

Liukiu Philodendron

What is the ideal temperature range for Rhaphidophora liukiuensis?

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

Sumihiko Hatusima (1906-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatus.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:88525-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.