Peperomia orba or Pixie Peperomia is a member of the Piperaceae family and is a smaller growing peperomia than its relatives. It has small green leaves that are round and waxy and will trail over the side of a pot or hanging basket.
Peperomia are slow growing tropical annuals and perennials that are easy to care for under average room or conservatory conditions. The foliage is fleshy, often with variegation. The Peperomia pixie is a special, compact plant. The houseplant has pointed leaves that are nicely green. The plant prefers a light spot where it is not directly in the sunlight. The Peperomia does not like much water, only give it water if the soil feels dry. The Peperomia pixie is originally from Central America.
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.
Bright light and for the variegated types some direct sunlight (couple of hours) can help them grow well. If the leaves are dark green in color it's best not to provide direct sun as it will harm them, but the variegated types may lose variegation if enough light is not provided. South, east or west facing windows are best suited, but again dependent on the leaf color.
A peat based soil is best used that drains well. 2 parts peat and 1 part perlite or sand is a good mix. Other mixes will work well, but the main point is for the medium to drain well and be well aerated.
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
