- Rare Tropical
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light)
- Above Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 8 Feet
Looking for a unique houseplant to spruce up your home? Rhaphidophora ‘Hayi’, also known as a Shingle Plant or Shingle Vine, will make you the talk of the town. This plant’s stems grow tightly up a climbing surface, while its green leaves lay flat, resembling roofing shingles! Use a board or pole to encourage upward growth, and watch it climb!
Best Locations For Growing Rhaphidophora Hayi Shingle Plant
Your Shingle Plant will look great in a living room or bedroom, adding drama to the room as it climbs up. However, this plant is toxic to humans and animals, so you need to keep it out of reach of pets and children.
Rhaphidophora Hayi Shingle Plant Sunlight Requirements
This plant is native to tropical rainforests, where it is used to being shaded by tree cover. That means you’ll want to give it bright indirect light. Overexposure to direct sunlight can cause leaf burn. However, this plant can also tolerate low light conditions.
Rhaphidophora Hayi Shingle Plant Care
The Shingle Plant needs rich, well-draining soil to thrive. Make sure you have proper drainage to avoid root rot.
To successfully grow this plant, you’ll need to provide a structure for it to climb. You can use a moss pole, moss board, wooden board or tree branch. Secure your plant by using soft string or vinyl plant tape. It will eventually grab on by itself.
Watering Rhaphidophora Hayi Shingle Plant Plant
This plant needs to be kept moist throughout the spring and summer. Generally, water it about three times a week, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter, cut back watering to once a week. You may also mist the plant every few days to encourage growth. Make sure not to overwater your Shingle Plant. Yellowing leaves indicate that you’ve given it too much water.
This plant also loves humidity—at least 70 percent humidity is preferred. Use a humidifier or place a pebble tray nearby. You can also keep it in a humid room like the bathroom, where it will benefit from shower mist.
Feeding Rhaphidophora Hayi Shingle Plant
Fertilize your Shingle Plant in the spring and summer using a general-purpose houseplant fertilizer.
Rhaphidophora Hayi Shingle Plant Information
Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light |
Care Requirements: Easy |
Watering Requirements: Above Average - Keep lightly moist. When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
Pet Friendly: No |
Kid Friendly: No |
Air Purifier: High |
Habit: Climbing |
Growth Rate: Fast |
Mature Height: 8 feet |
Mature Spread: 12 inches |
Flowering: Yes |
Flower Color(s): Orange, White |
Flower Shade/Description: Orange or Cream |
Fragrant: No |
Foliage Type: |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: Dark Green |
Temperature: 55° - 80°F (13° - 27°C) |
Humidity: Above Average (60% - 80%) |
Common Name: Rhaphidophora Hayi Shingle Plant |
Other Name(s): Shingle Plant, Shingle Vine |
Scientific Name: Rhaphidophora Hayi |
Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Rhaphidophora_Hayi-HP
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