Piper Salvaticum on Moss Pole, 16cm
£30.00
notes
Piper salvaticum is a wonderfully unusual climbing houseplant, prized for its heart-shaped, velvet-textured leaves and rich green tones. Trained on a moss pole to encourage vertical growth, this tropical vine adds a sense of quiet drama and movement to indoor spaces. Terracotta pot cover not included, supplied in plastic nursery pot.
Dimensions
- Approx. H: 65cm (from bottom of pot), W: 25cm
- Pot size: approx. 2L, H: 15cm, Top: 16cm, Bottom: 12cm
Features
notes
Piper salvaticum is a wonderfully unusual climbing houseplant, prized for its heart-shaped, velvet-textured leaves and rich green tones. Trained on a moss pole to encourage vertical growth, this tropical vine adds a sense of quiet drama and movement to indoor spaces. Terracotta pot cover not included, supplied in plastic nursery pot.
Insights
Native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, Piper salvaticum belongs to the pepper family and is closely related to the culinary betel leaf. Though rarely flowering indoors, its elegant foliage and natural climbing habit make it a favourite among collectors and houseplant enthusiasts.
Details
- Flowers: Rarely indoors
- Soil: Free draining, moisture-retentive
- Aspect: East, north-east
- Sun: Bright, indirect light; tolerates part shade
Care
Water when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry, and mist occasionally to maintain humidity. Feed monthly during the growing season. Tie in new growth as it climbs, allowing the moss pole to support its natural tendency to trail and ascend.
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