Called 'Taco Leaf' by the appearance of its foliage. In fact, the curved, slightly folded leaves look like small tacos. Its small habit makes this plant very adorable. She fears excess water and prefers to be cramped in her pot.
Non-toxic to animals.
- Family: Piperaceae.
- Origin: Tropical areas of South America.
- Watering:
- Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: Moderate.
- Type of potting soil: Light and draining.
- Avoid water remaining in the saucer.
- Brightness: Moderate.
- Orientation: West, east or 1 m from a south window.
- Growth: Slow.
- Temperature: Average, never below 12ᵒC.
- Between 15ᵒC and 25ᵒC.
Pot diameter:
Cultivated in Quebec.
Like nature, each plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.