Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly during cooler months to prevent root rot.

Ensure good drainage to avoid standing water, which is detrimental to Piper arboreum.

Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Remove leggy stems or any dead or damaged branches.

Pruning can be done at any time of year, but is best performed in spring before active growth begins. Use clean, sharp tools.

Propagate Piper arboreum through stem cuttings. Take 4-6 inch cuttings from healthy stems, remove lower leaves, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.

Plant in a well-draining potting mix and keep consistently moist and warm. Rooting typically takes several weeks.

Repot your Piper arboreum every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mix with added perlite.

Repot in spring, just as new growth begins.