{"product_id":"25-30cm-rhaphidophora-korthalsii-green-14cm-pot-house-plant","title":"Rhaphidophora Korthalsii Green 14cm Pot House Plant","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:fd792fe3-2ed7-441e-ac58-892d4b4fce84-9\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-18\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"103c257d-ee57-4e15-b87d-ad0cd71a0ae7\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"454\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eRhaphidophora korthalsii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an unusual tropical climbing plant prized for its distinctive growth habit and glossy green foliage. Unlike many other aroids, young plants often produce narrow, elongated leaves that lie flat against their support in a shingling pattern. As the plant matures, especially when given a moss pole or plank to climb, the leaves become much larger, broader and more dramatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"640\"\u003eThe plain green form grows faster and more vigorously than the variegated forms, making it an excellent choice for anyone wanting an impressive climbing plant with less demanding care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rmw5tv\" data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"935\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"131pfo5\" data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eBotanical name: Rhaphidophora korthalsii\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jambxz\" data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eCommon names: Dragon Tail Shingle Plant, Creeping Rhaphidophora\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hjcj6h\" data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"815\"\u003ePlant type: Tropical climbing houseplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"149l6j9\" data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eMature size indoors: 2–3m or more with support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y16952\" data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eLeaf colour: Glossy deep green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t1lhp7\" data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eGrowth rate: Moderate to fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eYoung plants often look very different from mature ones. Juvenile foliage is usually smaller and simpler, while mature plants can develop much larger leaves with a more dramatic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qr75ey\" data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"73xha0\" data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eRhaphidophora korthalsii prefers bright, indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mptxw9\" data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003ePlace near a bright window with filtered light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"iqb0vx\" data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eIt can tolerate medium light, but growth will be slower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pmxm3p\" data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eAvoid harsh direct sun, especially in the afternoon, as this may scorch the leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003eBecause the green form has no variegation, it is more tolerant of lower light than the variegated varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mebt03\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eAllow the top few centimetres of compost to dry slightly before watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pwglxc\" data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eWater thoroughly, then allow excess to drain away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14jixs0\" data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eAvoid letting the compost become waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tusnm5\" data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003eReduce watering during winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003eIt prefers lightly moist compost but does not like sitting in wet soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rmozvj\" data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eRhaphidophora korthalsii enjoys moderate to high humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16kkxhx\" data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eIdeal humidity: 50–80%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sftofu\" data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eIt will usually adapt to normal household humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dmlqfb\" data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003eHigher humidity encourages larger leaves and healthier growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1a7tsx6\" data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003eKeep warm all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d88kob\" data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003eIdeal range: 18–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4y9o6e\" data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003eAvoid temperatures below 15°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dia3mj\" data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eProtect from cold draughts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ynopa7\" data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eUse a loose, well-draining aroid compost mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003eA good mix is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sgio6q\" data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003e50% houseplant compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hpg7xn\" data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003e25% orchid bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qsxosj\" data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e25% perlite or pumice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003eThis gives the roots plenty of airflow while retaining enough moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tvu7dw\" data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003eFeed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eNo feeding is needed in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"wtb5pl\" data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003eSupport\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2520\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003eThis plant grows best when given something to climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dw6qdj\" data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003eA moss pole, plank or totem is highly recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"icx6hw\" data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2680\"\u003eClimbing encourages the leaves to become much larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13xp7nh\" data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003eKeep the support slightly damp to help the aerial roots grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2836\"\u003eWithout support, the plant may remain smaller and lose its characteristic shingling growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2m8240\" data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2856\"\u003eCommon Problems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tqfr56\" data-start=\"2858\" data-end=\"2875\"\u003eYellow Leaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003eUsually caused by overwatering or poor drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ssvzlf\" data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"2949\"\u003eBrown Tips or Edges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2950\" data-end=\"2996\"\u003eOften due to dry air or inconsistent watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lur0eo\" data-start=\"2998\" data-end=\"3013\"\u003eSlow Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3079\"\u003eCan be caused by low light, cool temperatures or lack of support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"xnmm87\" data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3097\"\u003eLeggy Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3098\" data-end=\"3146\"\u003eA sign that the plant needs brighter conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1j0rkzt\" data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003eRoot Rot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3161\" data-end=\"3208\"\u003eUsually caused by staying too wet for too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"fhacw3\" data-start=\"3210\" data-end=\"3224\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3291\"\u003eRhaphidophora korthalsii is easy to propagate from stem cuttings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3487\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"253wgi\" data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3354\"\u003eTake a section of stem with at least one node and one leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xzd51n\" data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3400\"\u003eRoot it in water, sphagnum moss or perlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lvap0c\" data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3443\"\u003eKeep warm and in bright, indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6yh7ij\" data-start=\"3444\" data-end=\"3487\"\u003ePot into soil once roots are established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3489\" data-end=\"3537\"\u003ePropagation is easiest during spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xvb9g8\" data-start=\"3539\" 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