Piper hosokawae
Piper hosokawae
Piper
Piperaceae
Tropical Plants
Zone 5–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
💨 Air-Purifying
🏠 Indoor
This tropical Piper species from the Caroline Islands prefers warm, humid conditions with filtered light. It benefits from regular misting and well-draining potting mix enriched with organic matter to mimic its natural forest floor habitat.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 240″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
16″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water When Top Inch Of Soil Feels Dry, Maintaining Consistent Moisture
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-10° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Caroline Is.
Sources
Data: trefle
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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