2” Peperomia Obtusifolia Variegated

Often called the baby rubber plant although there is no relation. Obtusifolia has thick, green upright leaves and can sometime have variegation. Peperomias are considered to be semi-succulents at times meaning they can store water in their leaves, however they are not drought tolerant.

Botanical Name: Peperomia Obtusifolia

Common name: Varigated baby rubber

Kingdom: Plantae

Family: Piperaceae

Genus: Peperomia

Origin: Amazon South America

Light: Moderate to bright indirect light

Water: Allow soil to dry about 1/2-3/4 of the way dry then give them a thorough water. It's important not to water these plants too much or underwater them. Over-watering can cause rot signs of this will be mushy plant stem and leave with dark brown colourings. Under-watering will make them wilt signs of this is thin leaves, mixed with too little water and too much light you will get light brown scarring/ sun burn as well.

Fertilizer: With active growth (even in winter) we recommend using a fertilizer based for foliage plants like Dynagro foliage pro, Gaia green 444 or fish fertilizer.

 Pets: Yes, pet friendly. Non toxic. 

Plants in picture will not be exact plant.