Piper sp Timika – Rare Fuzzy-Leaved Piper from Papua

Piper sp Timika is a rare tropical Piper species native to the Timika region of Papua, Indonesia, highly appreciated by rare plant collectors and terrarium enthusiasts. This plant is especially special due to its soft, fine-haired (fuzzy) leaves with a subtle greyish tone, a characteristic that makes it stand out among other Piper species.

In its natural habitat, Piper sp Timika grows in humid tropical forests, often under dense canopy where light is filtered and humidity remains consistently high. These environmental conditions contribute to the development of its distinctive fine leaf hairs, which give the foliage a velvety, slightly silvery-grey appearance.

Unique Features of Piper sp Timika

Among Papuan Piper species, Piper sp Timika is notable for:

• Native Papua Piper species
  
• Soft, fine-haired (fuzzy) leaves
  
• Unique greyish leaf coloration
  
• Compact and manageable growth habit
• Ideal for terrariums and high-humidity environments

The fine leaf hairs not only enhance its visual appeal but also help the plant adapt to moist, shaded forest conditions.

Piper sp Timika Care Guide

To keep Piper sp Timika healthy and maintain its unique foliage texture, stable environmental conditions are essential.

• Light: Low to medium indirect light
• Humidity: High (75–90%)
• Temperature: 22–30°C
• Watering: Keep substrate evenly moist
• Growing Media: Well-draining, organic-rich mix

 Avoid direct sunlight and dry air, which may damage the fine leaf hairs.

Why Buy from Our Store?

• Plants are grown and maintained by experienced growers
  
• Carefully selected healthy and well-established specimens
  
• Affordable pricing for rare Piper species
• Sustainably cultivated, not destructive wild collection
  
• Trusted Indonesian seller specializing in rare terrarium plants

You may also explore other rare Piper species from Papua and Indonesia, such as Piper Pink Papua, Piper Mini Papua, and Piper Pink Galaxy, available in our collection.

Botanical Reference

Learn more about the Piper genus here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piper_(plant)