Plant profile
Peritassa huanucana
Peritassa huanucana (Loes.) A.C.Sm.
Peritassa huanucana is an outdoor plant known for its sturdy appearance and green leaves. It thrives in well-drained soils and requires direct sunlight.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Shrubby life form: branches from the base.
- Climate
- Humid tropics: not tolerant of prolonged very dry air.
- Origin / area
- In its natural state, it is primarily linked to: S. Trop. America.
Recommended products for Peritassa huanucana
Basic care
- Watering
- In heatwaves, water a bit more—without overdoing it.
- Light
- An east or west window with some filter often works well.
- Temperature
- If it gets very hot, ventilate and watch watering.
- Humidity
- Adapts to typical flat humidity.
Pet toxicity
In a pet household, prioritise an inaccessible spot.
Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q15347514) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (3793342) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (190397-2) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000394773) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- USDA GRIN — uses and distribution (USDA GRIN, public domain)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).