How to tend a Peperomia pellucida

Also known as: Piper pellucidum L., Micropiper pellucidum (L.) Miq.

Watering

Likes wet environments, water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Likes light, slight shade tolerance

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
Tropical Americas
Category
Piperaceae, Peperomia
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height ≥ 15 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period January and August
Flower colors
light green, fruit color red brown
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