Hapaline Appendiculata Ridl. Hapaline Appendiculata was described by Ridley and is endemic to Sarawak, Borneo — a genuine rarity, known for decades from only three historical collections before finally being rediscovered and documented again by botanist Peter Boyce in 2005. It belongs to Hapaline, a genus of just nine species ranging from southern China to Borneo, and the only genus in its tribe (Caladieae) found anywhere in the Old World, everywhere else in that tribe being South American. Note: as a freshly imported bare-root plant, this specimen typically arrives with just a few leaves — the photo shows a more mature, fuller specimen for reference. Care tip: In the wild this genus grows in pockets of humus tucked among limestone or basalt rock — a mineral-rich, humus-heavy mix that still drains well will suit it far better than standard potting soil. Give it bright indirect light to dappled shade, keep the substrate moist but not saturated, and maintain warm, humid, terrarium-style conditions. Given its rediscovery history and extremely limited known collections, treat this as a genuine botanical rarity rather than a common trade plant. A true collector's find — a species that spent decades known from only a handful of herbarium specimens before being seen alive again in the wild. Care & Specifications Difficulty Advanced Light Bright, indirect light to dappled shade Humidity 70%+; terrarium recommended Watering Keep moist but not saturated Temperature 70–82°F (21–28°C) Soil Mineral-rich, humus-heavy, well-draining mix Fertilizer Very diluted fertilizer sparingly during active growth Origin Sarawak, Borneo
