{"product_id":"rhaphidophora-decursiva-variegated-dragons-tale-var","title":"Rhaphidophora decursiva Variegated (Dragon's Tale Var.)","description":"\u003cp\u003eRhaphidophora decursiva 'Variegated' is the Dragon's Tail that decided fenestration and climbing weren't already enough and added irregular cream and white variegation to those dramatically divided leaves—because apparently being one of the most architecturally extraordinary aroids in the hobby was just a starting point. She climbs aggressively, each new leaf more dramatically lobed and more differently variegated than the last, and the combination of fenestration plus variegation creates a visual complexity that makes most other collector plants look like they're not even trying. Rare, vigorous, and entirely committed to being the most extraordinary thing on any wall you give her.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Card\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bright indirect, consistently. White variegated sections have reduced chlorophyll and need good light to sustain healthy growth; low light causes reversion toward green and the fenestration becomes less pronounced—losing both the things that define this plant simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e — Let the top 1–2 inches dry between waterings, then water thoroughly and drain. Chunky well-draining aroid mix essential—white variegated tissue is less forgiving of soggy roots than standard decursiva and root rot on a variegated Dragon's Tail is both avoidable and devastating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e💨 \u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — 60–75% preferred. Higher humidity supports better fenestration and keeps white sections healthy; humidifier recommended. Dry air causes browning on variegated sections that shows immediately and dramatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e — 65–85°F. Never below 60°F. No cold drafts—white tissue takes cold damage faster than green and on a climbing plant producing increasingly dramatic leaves the damage interrupts a growth streak worth protecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🪴 \u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e — Chunky well-draining aroid mix with a substantial moss pole or climbing support. Decursiva climbs aggressively and produces dramatically more lobed, more spectacular leaves with proper vertical support—this is not optional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e — Half-strength balanced liquid every 2–3 weeks in spring and summer. Monthly in early fall. Nothing in winter; white variegated tissue is fertilizer-sensitive—consistent and gentle over aggressive and occasional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eToxicity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Toxic to pets and humans. Calcium oxalate crystals cause oral irritation and vomiting if ingested.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🐣 \u003cstrong\u003eBeginner Friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e — No. Rare, variegated, aggressively climbing, and requiring the right setup to reach its full extraordinary potential—this one is for experienced collectors who are ready to build around it and thrilled about doing so.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW OUR SHIPPING WORKS\u003c\/strong\u003e For more details, please see our \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/botanybooksandbooze.com\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e to support your plants for a healthy journey in all seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePLEASE NOTE: What you see is the vibe — not the exact plant. 🌿 Each plant has its own personality (some a little more dramatic than others). Leaf shape, size, and variegation will vary, but pot size is consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cascade Tropicals","offers":[{"title":"8\"","offer_id":62347389403523,"sku":"D452723","price":194.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\"","offer_id":62347389436291,"sku":"100823V","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\"","offer_id":62347389469059,"sku":"X532874","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/7578\/8931\/files\/original_e879e4f4-6336-4f34-87f7-8488f48a3f58.jpg?v=1789503232","url":"https:\/\/botanybooksandbooze.com\/products\/rhaphidophora-decursiva-variegated-dragons-tale-var","provider":"Botany Books \u0026 Booze","version":"1.0","type":"link"}