Peperomia Arifolia

Peperomia Arifolia Care

Peperomia arifolia

What is the plant

Peperomia is a genus of perennial evergreens from the Piperaceae family. It grows mainly in the tropical and subtropical regions of America. Although the genus includes more than 500 species, Peperomia Arifolia is considered the most decorative due to the silvery stripes on the leaves.

Peperomia Arifolia is an evergreen perennial with flexible stems and dense leaves. It has oval pointed leaves with a glossy dark green upper side. Flowers are inconspicuous white or greenish spikes at the end of long stems. However, this plant rarely blooms indoors. Peperomia is not a particularly hard plant to grow, and its small size and delicate leaves make it perfect for desktops and dish gardens.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

18°C - 25°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 12b

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
We recommend keeping your Peperomia's soil on the dry side. These plants can quickly develop root rot if left standing in water for too long. Always check the soil before pouring your green pet a drink. The top inch (2.5 cm) should be dry.
Pruning
Peperomia doesn't need regular pruning. However, we recommend cutting off damaged or wilted leaves using clean and sharp tools. You can trim some stems to encourage new growth or tidy up your plant if it becomes leggy.
Fertilizer
Use slow-release general houseplant fertilizer diluted to half-strength during the growing season. Check the instructions to get the correct dosage and frequency of use. We don't recommend using fertilizer in winter, as it might burn the leaves.

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Sunlight
Peperomias are not tricky to grow and can survive in almost any lighting. However, we recommend keeping your green pet away from direct sunrays, as they can scorch the leaves. The best option is to provide bright indirect light and some partial shade in the afternoon.
Soil
You can use Orchid potting mix, as it has all the needed characteristics: it's chunky, loose, and acidic. However, you can adjust the regular potting mix with perlite and peat moss.
Propagation
To propagate Peperomia Arifolia, you can use leaf or stem cuttings. Place your cutting into sterile potting mix, and put the pot in a spot with bright indirect sunlight. Cover the pot with clear bag to create mini-greenhouse.

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Temperature
Peperomias are tropical plants, and they thrive in warm and humid environments. The perfect temperature would be within the range of 60-80˚F (15-25˚C). Keep your plant away from cold drafts.
Container
There are no specific requirements for pots. Ensure it has drainage holes at the bottom and enough space to develop a root system.
Fun fact
The natives of Brazil consider Peperomia a symbol of good luck. They often gift it as a flower bringing prosperity.