This plant is a compact peperomia perfect for Large Terrariums. San Marino is very similar to the rosso but has a lighter green foliage. The underside of the leaves makes this plant uniquely beautiful. This plant does well in both medium and low light.
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 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
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.
If stems and leaves begin overgrowing you can pinch out the top of certain stems to stop growth, otherwise they begin to grow spindly and out of shape in appearance. To get them looking their best, try and grow and prune them to display a bushy appearance.
Peperomia San Marino is happiest with temperatures ranging from 65° to 75° degrees Fahrenheit. Don't allow the temperature to drop below 50° degrees Fahrenheit.
Peperomia are completely non-toxic, but it's still a good idea to keep them out of the reach of curious pets and kids, who may damage the plant! Peperomia San Marino has a flattened, globe shaped growth habit. Plants grow to be approximately 8” inches tall and about 12” inches wide and a slow growth rate. ... The green grayish leaves of the plant display green veins on the upper surfaces. The leaves grow in a rosette shape with red stems.
