Rhaphidophora hongkongensis is a member of the Araceae family and is an epiphytic climbing vine. It can be found in India, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand and China. It is considered a shingle plant due to the way the leaves flatten against the surface they are growing on. This gives the appearance of roof shingles (hence the name). The leaves on this climbing vine are solid green, smooth and thick. The unique looking stem is also very thick and clings tight to its host. This plant is found growing in valley rain and evergreen forests with roots on the forest floor as it climbs up trees. Rhaphidophora hongkongensis prefers a humid environment and partial to full shade. This plant is not easy to find for sale and we are proud here at Josh’s Frogs to be able to offer it to our customers.

USDA Hardiness Zones 11

Container Gardens/Terrariums/Houseplant:

Rhaphidophora hongkongensis is a great plant for only very large terrariums or containers due to its potential size. It thrives in a warm and humid environment so it is not recommended to grow as a houseplant due to the high humidity needs of the plant.

Josh's Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Vivariums/Animal Terrariums:

Rhaphidophora hongkongensis is a great plant for a large vivarium/terrarium. It thrives in a warm and humid environment. As it grows it will attach to the background and other structures that may be in the vivarium and will slowly cover it in a lush, green carpet. This unique plant prefers partial to full shade.

As good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Plants from Josh’s Frogs are specifically grown to be safe for use with animals. Live plants may vary in color, size and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plants pictured are rooted cuttings in a 2.25" pot.