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Peperomia obtusifolia 'Variegata'
Also Known As
- Peperomia obtusifolia variegata
- Baby Rubber Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 12"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Peperomia obtusifolia 'Variegata' plant details
Peperomia obtusifolia 'Variegata' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green, variegated and white foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Peperomia obtusifolia 'Variegata'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: piperaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Peperomia obtusifolia 'Variegata'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Thick, waxy, round, variegated leaves (on the margin). Mainly grown as an indoor plant unless you live in tropical parts of the country. Mature stems will droop down a bit and sprawl outward. Though it may be known as "Rubber Plant", it is not related to the Ficus plant.
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Gardening facts about Peperomia obtusifolia 'Variegata' plant
How to Grow Peperomia obtusifolia 'Variegata'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Zones
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Size
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- bright shade - mostly shade
- regular - occasional
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