{"product_id":"rhaphidophora-hayi","title":"Rhaphidophora Hayi","description":"\u003cp\u003ePot diameter 14cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRhaphidophora hayi Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhaphidophora hayi can be more challenging to grow, especially due to its need for vertical support and high humidity, but its unique \"shingle\" appearance, where leaves cover the substrate in flat layers, is worth the extra effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater when the soil in the top \u003cstrong\u003e1\/3 to 1\/2 of the pot is dry\u003c\/strong\u003e. This plant likes consistent moisture but must not sit in mud, which would lead to root rot. Because the leaves cling tightly to the support, the plant does not show a lack of water as visibly as other species. Use room-temperature, dechlorinated or rainwater; chlorine and ice-cold water are not beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e☀️ Light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt thrives best in \u003cstrong\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e (i.e., filtered light). Sufficient brightness is crucial for the leaves to grow densely together and maintain their rich color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be grown in medium indirect light, but growth will be much slower, stems will stretch, and the desired overlapping leaf effect will be lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best placement is near an east or west-facing window behind a sheer curtain. Direct sun could quickly scorch the leaves pressed against the support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌡️ Temperature and Air\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–27 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a tropical epiphyte, it does not tolerate cold below 15 °C and drafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal humidity is \u003cstrong\u003e60–80%\u003c\/strong\u003e. High humidity is essential for the aerial roots to attach to the support. In a dry home (below 50%), leaf tips will turn brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e It thrives near a humidifier. If you grow it on a wooden board or moss pole, it's good to regularly moisten (mist) this support so that the roots can penetrate it better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Fertilization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the growing season (spring–autumn), fertilize once a month with a liquid fertilizer for ornamental plants at half strength. As it is an epiphyte, it is sensitive to excess salts in the substrate, so fertilize cautiously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🧽 Substrate and Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Must be extremely airy and light. An \u003cstrong\u003earoid mix\u003c\/strong\u003e (pine bark, perlite, coconut chips, and a little peat) is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport (Key Element):\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhaphidophora hayi \u003cstrong\u003eabsolutely requires a flat support\u003c\/strong\u003e (a board, a piece of bark, or a flat moss pole). Without it, it will not \"shingle,\" the leaves will remain small, and the plant will only produce long, empty runners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle Flowers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52850790957399,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"CZK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/9555\/1063\/files\/RhaphidophoraHayi.jpg?v=1771796020","url":"https:\/\/jungleflowers.cz\/en\/products\/rhaphidophora-hayi","provider":"Jungle Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}