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Piper sp. Laos is an unnamed species in the black pepper family. It has elliptical green leaves with a blush of shimmery purple that develops as the plant ages. The leaves and stems produce a natural secretion, tiny opaque dots, called cystolyths along with black pepper specs. These little crystals & specs are sometimes thought to be pests, but are not harmful & the plant should be secreting them!
Care of Piper sp. Laos:
Shade, temp. 55 to 95 degrees, trailing to 6 to 8 feet or more. Allow to get fairly dry between waterings.
Family: Piperaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding:
Before bidding, please take a look at our auction FAQ and Terms & Conditions.
Piper sp. Laos is an unnamed species in the black pepper family. It has elliptical green leaves with a blush of shimmery purple that develops as the plant ages. The leaves and stems produce a natural secretion, tiny opaque dots, called cystolyths along with black pepper specs. These little crystals & specs are sometimes thought to be pests, but are not harmful & the plant should be secreting them!
Care of Piper sp. Laos:
Shade, temp. 55 to 95 degrees, trailing to 6 to 8 feet or more. Allow to get fairly dry between waterings.
Family: Piperaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding: