Name: Piper parmatum
Brand: GrowTropicals
SKU: PROPPIPEPARM6
Price: 40.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

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RHS Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medalist

Piper parmatum is a rare tropical piper species admired for its striking peltate-shaped leaves adorned with intricate texture. Its compact size and attractive foliage make it a suitable choice for indoor cultivation.

Native to
This plant originates from the tropical regions of Central and South America, particularly Panama, where it thrives in humid, shaded environments.

Water
Maintain consistently moist soil, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure the pot has adequate drainage. During winter, reduce watering frequency as the plant's growth slows.

Light
Piper parmatum prefers bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight may scorch its leaves, while low light can slow growth. An east or north-facing window with filtered light is ideal.

Humidity
High humidity levels, around 60-70%, are beneficial. Increase humidity by placing the plant on a tray of moist pebbles or using a room humidifier. Avoid misting the leaves directly to prevent fungal issues.

Temperature
This plant thrives in temperatures between 18-26°C (64-79°F). Protect it from cold drafts and avoid placing it near heating or cooling vents to prevent stress. Ensure temperatures do not drop below 13°C (55°F) to avoid damage.

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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.

Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.

We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.

We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.

That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for. Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.

All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.

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