The Peperomia Napoli Nights (pronounced pep-er-ROH-mee-uh NA-poh-lee) comes from the huge Piperaceae plant family (Peperomia) of over 1,000 ornamental plants. Peperomia plants originate from the Amazon basin in South America.
Peperomia caperata (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh kap-er-AY-tuh) is a perennial tropical member of the Piperaceae (pepper) family of plants hailing from Central and South America, including Brazil. The epiphytic plants’ origins are somewhat
The Peperomia genus has many wonderful plants prized for their foliage, ranging from a lovely solid shade of green to a striped pattern that looks just like a watermelon. Peperomia
Peperomia albovittata (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh al-boh-vy-TAY-tuh) is a fairly new Peperomia cultivar that was developed in the Netherlands from Ecuadorian stock. You may hear this semi-succulent epiphyte referred to as: This member
Peperomia verticillata (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh ver-ti-si-LAH-tuh) is an evergreen, semi-succulent tropical perennial plant that comes from Haiti, Bolivia, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. This member of the Piperaceae family of plants’ genus
Tropical Peperomia obtusifolia is an evergreen herbaceous plant with glossy green, cupped, oval leaves with slightly pink highlights. Many caring for this easy-growing plant want to share it with others.
If you own a Peperomia Argyreia also known as watermelon peperomia, propagation may be on your radar. The shiny and sparkling leaves of the watermelon peperomia are perfect for any
Peperomia plants are a diverse group, but they all share some common characteristics. They’re generally easy to care for and come in many different shapes and sizes. With proper lighting
Ripple Peperomias are native to South America, where they grow in the understory of rainforests. If your Peperomia is getting leggy, it’s probably because it isn’t getting enough light. As
With over 1,000+ varieties of Peperomia, with common name, the radiator plant, includes popular houseplants like Watermelon Peperomia, Ripple Peperomia, Baby Rubber Plant, and others. You have likely come across
When buying houseplants, some people go for plants with huge leaves or a climbing habit, but others prefer plants with tiny leaves and growth habits. Peperomias are a great example
Peperomia scandens (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh SKAN-dens), Peperomia Scandens, also known as Cupid Peperomia or variegated Peperomia Scandens, hails from Central and South America and Mexico, where it grows in the treetops. This epiphytic
One of the easiest ways to propagate String of Turtles plant (Peperomia prostrata) is by using stem cuttings, which you can collect during pruning of this vining plant. To do
The world of peperomia plant care comes in many looks. For example, some Peperomia varieties you’ll find at the local garden center in the indoor tropical plant section are labeled as baby
Many peperomia varieties and types have become nearly indispensable foliage plants and stunning houseplants. For example, the “baby rubber plant” or “radiator plant” adapts itself to semi-sunny or shady locations
The String of Turtles is the common name for Peperomia prostrata, a slow-growing perennial semi-succulent plant of the genus Peperomia and the family Piperaceae. Native to the rainforests of Brazil, ‘prostrata’ has several names:
Peperomia Obtusifolia Variegata (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, ob-too-sih-FOH-lee-uh, var-ee-GAY-tuh), also known as variegated peperomia, is a handsome variegated version of the baby rubber plant. It is a popular Peperomia species in the family Piperaceae.
Peperomia Raindrop is small, hardy semi-succulent with broad leaves averaging 8″ – 12″ inches tall. The leaves are raindrop or heart-shaped and hang loosely from the slightly woody stem. Click on this article to learn more on Raindrop Peperomia plant care.
Peperomia (pep-per-ROH-mee-uh) Moonlight is a succulent with metallic green, heart-shaped leaves native to South America. Closely related to the plant that graces our kitchen tables with black pepper, Peperomia’s Greek
Peperomia orba [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh OR-buh], also known as the teardrop peperomia, a tropical plant that does well indoors. Native to Central and South America, peperomias are members of the pepper plant
Peperomia Pepperspot is one of the lesser-known of the 1000-plus Peperomia varieties. Pepperspot is easy to take care of, especially for beginners. The Peperomia Pepperspot has glossy green leaves and
Peperomia rubella is a unique, small succulent-like houseplant from Jamaica. Often compared to hoyas, peperomia plants have fleshy leaves and minimal care requirements. The name Peperomia Rubella [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh ROO-bel-u] comes
Peperomia (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh) is a massive group of over 1,000 species and cultivars from the Piperaceae family. These tropical plants come from tropical portions of Asia, Africa, and Central and South
Peperomia Ferreyrae [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, FAR-rer-ay] is a small semi-succulent perennial species from the family Piperaceae. This variety of Peperomia is native to Peru and the rain forests of South America. The
Peperomia Pixie is a compact member of the Peperomia plant family Piperaceae. This easy-care plant originated in Central America. The plant is a selected sport of Peperomia orba (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh OR-buh).
The Peperomia plant has long been a popular house plant. Peperomia Ginny [Pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, Gin-EE] is one of the newer Peperomia varieties on the market and easily adapts to life in the home. It
Peperomia serpens (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh SUR-penz) is better known as the vining peperomia. But, this member of the Piperaceae family won’t be overtaking your home any time soon. This little Peperomia plant
Peperomia caperata is also known as Emerald Ripple peperomia. Heart-shaped, richly veined, ruffled dark green leaves. Red Peperomia caperata pronounced [pep-er-OH-mee-uh kap-er-AY-tuh]. The name of the genus ‘Peperomia” combines two
The Peperomia San Marino plant is an attractive new Peperomia cultivar. There are over 1000+ different types of Peperomia, species, cultivars, and hybrids. Peperomias are true pepper (Piperaceae a or
Peperomia dolabriformis [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, doh-la-brih-FOR-miss], is a shrubby succulent Peperomia plant with purse-shaped foliage and woody stems. Common names include Prayer Pepper and Prayer Peperomia. The prayer peperomia plant is part
Peperomia albovittata is a peperomia cultivar developed in the Netherlands. Like its many cousins, this tropical perennial is an attractive and popular houseplant. Peperomia plants, like the watermelon peperomia, are members
Peperomia quadrangularis (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, kwad-ran-gew-LAIR-iss) is a member of the Piperaceae family originally hailing from northern South America. This tiny houseplant is very easy to manage and is often used for
Peperomia caperata frost is a cultivar of the Peperomia (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh) branch of the Piperaceae plant family. The family of these perennial plants originally hail from the West Indies, South America,
Peperomia rotundifolia [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, ro-tun-dih-FOH-lee-uh] is an evergreen perennial with small round leaves growing in a natural trailing pattern and a member of the family Piperaceae (Peperomia). Native to the tropical
Peperomia incana is an evergreen perennial plant belonging to the family Piperaceae. It is native to Brazil and named after the appearance of its leaves. The heart-shaped leaves are covered
Peperomia puteolata [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, pu-tee-oh-LAY-tuh] is a perennial forest dweller hailing from South America. The Peperomia puteolata plant is a member of the pepper or Piperaceae family which is made up
Peperomia hope [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, HOPE] is a hybrid between peperomia quadrifolia and peperomia deppeana. This perennial epiphyte has beautiful foliage and makes ideal houseplants. Originally from Central and South America tropical regions, peperomia plants
Peperomia Ruby Cascade [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh] is a dark leaf trailing plant and part of the peperomia plant genus. Most peperomias come from tropical and subtropical parts of Central America and South
Peperomia Nivalis (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, niv-VAL-us) is a climbing succulent, native to Peru. The upright plant belongs to the genus peperomia and the family: Piperaceae. Other popular members of the Piperaceae family include:
The watermelon peperomia, aka Peperomia argyreia [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh ar-GY-ree-uh], is an herbaceous perennial native to South America (Brazil). The variegated leaves resembling the patterns found on watermelon rinds earned the common name of “Watermelon peperomia.”