🌿 Peperomia (Peperomia spp.)
Also known as: Radiator Plant • Baby Rubber Plant (Note: Not related to Rubber Tree)
🪴 Plant Snapshot
| Attribute | Details |
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| Type | Compact Foliage Plant / Decorative Houseplant |
| Category | Indoor • Tabletop • Bathroom • Shelf Plant |
| Botanical Name | Peperomia spp. |
| Toxicity | ✅ Non-toxic – Safe for pets and children |
☀️ Growing Conditions
| Light | 🌤️ Bright Indirect Light – Can adapt to low light but thrives in filtered sun |
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| Watering | 💧 Low to Moderate – Allow topsoil to dry between waterings |
| Humidity | Moderate humidity – does well in typical indoor air |
| Soil | Well-draining mix – blend of cocopeat, perlite, and compost |
| Fertilizer | Light feeding every 4–6 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season |
🌱 Growth & Features
| Growth Habit | Compact, slow-growing; some varieties upright, others trailing |
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| Leaf Texture | Thick, often glossy or textured; comes in green, red, silver, or variegated |
| Size | 6–12 inches tall – ideal for desks, small pots, and shelf styling |
✨ Uses & Benefits
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🪴 Perfect for small spaces – low-maintenance and stylish
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🧘♀️ Adds a calm, sculptural touch to home and office décor
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🌬️ Air-purifying qualities with minimal fuss
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🧒 Safe for homes with children and pets
💡 Fun Tip
Try Peperomia Watermelon, Ripple, or Hope for extra style points! Repot only when rootbound — they love snug pots. 🪴🍉🌿
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