Status:
valid
Authors:
P.C.Boyce
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 57: 211 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806421
Common Names
- Rhaphidophora typha
- Typha Rhaphidophora
- Typha Rhaphidophora
Description
Rhaphidophora typha (also called 'Typha Rhaphidophora', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is found growing on trees and rocks in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhaphidophora typha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhaphidophora typha has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhaphidophora typha can be propagated by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Rhaphidophora typha
Rhaphidophora typha can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Rhaphidophora typha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhaphidophora typha?
Rhaphidophora typha
What is the family of Rhaphidophora typha?
Araceae
Where is Rhaphidophora typha found?
Southeast Asia
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,