Raphidophora Pertusa Care

Raphidophora Pertusa is a member of the Araceae family, originating from tropical and subtropical climates

• Characteristics, Shapes & Colors

Raphidophora Pertusa has oval leaves that taper at the ends, Raphidophora Pertusa has light green leaves. They can grow extending up to 5 meters when attached to walls or other larger plants.

• How to care  

1. Place Raphidophora Pertusa plant in a place that has a light intensity of 60% - 70% with a temperature between 18-28 °C.
2. The most suitable growing medium for Raphidophora Pertusa is a mixture of perlite, peat & hydrotone.
3. For the intensity of watering Raphidophora Pertusa need 2 times in a week so that the growing medium is not too wet. Because Raphidophora Tetrasperma does not like excessive water intensity.
4. The fertilization period for Raphidophora Pertusa can be done once a week with liquid organic fertilizer dissolved in water and then sprayed on the leaves.

• How to propagate 

Raphidophora Pertusa can be propagated by cutting.

1. The first step is select the stem segment of the Raphidophora Pertusa plant which has wind roots and shoots.
2. Then put the plant horizontally on the growing medium with the buds in facing up position and do sufficient watering.
3. Put it in a shady place.
4. The new shoots will appear after approximately in 3 weeks.