Peperomia 'Ripple'

Botanical: Peperomia caperata

Common: Emerald Ripple Pepper Plant, Ripple Peperomia Plant, Caperata Ripple Plant, Radiator Plant

• Light: Bright Indirect
• Ideal Temperature: 65-75°F
• Humidity: Medium
• Water: When the top 2 inches of soil are dry
• Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
• Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix

• Peperomias prefers moderate humidity but is quite tolerant of a range.
• Peperomias prefer bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions.
• Easily propagated through leaf or stem cuttings.

• Member of the Piperaceae family, commonly known as the Pepper family, is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 3,600 species.
• Peperomia plants are native to tropical and subtropical regions, including areas in Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.

• "Peperomia" comes from the Latin word "piper", which means "pepper". This is because some Peperomia species have leaves that smell like pepper
• Peperomia plants are often called "Radiator Plants" due to their ability to tolerate a wide range of indoor conditions.
• They are known for their air-purifying qualities and can help remove pollutants from the air.