Peperomia Marcello

Peperomia Marcello Care

Peperomia 'Amigo Marcello'

What is the plant

Peperomia Amigo Marcello is a compact, small perennial epiphyte growing on rotten wood, which make them a great candidate for any arrangement as filler. As other Peperomias, it is easy to care for as a houseplant.

Peperomia is one of the two large genera of the family Piperaceae. Most of them are compact, small perennial epiphytes growing on rotten wood. More than 1500 species have been recorded, occurring in all tropical and subtropical regions of the world, though concentrated in Central America and northern South America. These tropical perennials are grown for their ornamental foliage. They are compact and usually do not exceed 12 inches (30 cm) in height.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

min 10°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 11b

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
The baby rubber plant is fairly easy to water. Allow the top soil to dry out completely and then water thoroughly. You do not want to over water this plant and allow the soil to become waterlogged. So it might be best to lean towards less rather than too much when you first start growing Peperomias, as less harm can be caused compared to overwatering. During winter water sparingly as the thick leaves will store wate.
Fertilizer
During spring - while the plant is growing use a diluted liquid fertilizer once every 2 weeks, and once a month during summer. No feeding is required from autumn to spring
Sunlight
They like bright indirect light, but do not need direct light from the sun.

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Soil
When you plant peperomia, use a well-draining soil (50% peat moss / 50% perlite).
Temperature
Ideal temperatures of 65-75ºF (18-24ºC), and no lower than 50ºF (10ºC).
Container
This plant can be grown in containers. Choose a pot with enough drainage holes. Better to lean towards a smaller pot than a pot too large to prevent the soil becoming waterlogged. Place the container on the tray with pebbles to increase humidity.