Peperomia peruviana
Also Known As
- Peperomia 'Peruviana'
- Miniature Watermelon Peperomia
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 6"-8"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Peperomia peruviana plant details
Peperomia peruviana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue, green and variegated foliage. Grows well with bright shade and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Peperomia peruviana
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: piperaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue, green and variegated
- Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Uses: compact, container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Peperomia peruviana
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Peperomia Peruviana is the dwarf miniature, dainty version of the regular Watermelon Peperomia. Same features and marked leaves on a very compact plant, making it a great choice for terrariums. dainty small leavesstriped leaves resemble watermelonsminiature plant great for terrariumsminimal caregreat houseplant
Gardening facts about Peperomia peruviana plant
How to Grow Peperomia peruviana
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
- blue
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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