Peperomia

• The palmate pattern of leaf veins is marked in some species.
• Visible as furrows in the leaves or as coloured lines.
• Most Peperomias have tiny flowers.
• They are which are characterised by greenish or brown conical spike (spadix).
• Peperomia is an attractive houseplant.
• Peperomia grows well in light to moderate light.
• They can be easily grown under fluorescent lights.
• Requires moist soil during the growing season with relatively high humidity through spraying.
• A loose, well-drained, rich potting mix is favourable for the plant.
• Peperomia do well in a relatively cool environment.
• Does not likes dry spells.
• Requires diluted liquid fertiliser biweekly during the growing season.
• Controlled-release fertilizer pellets can also be used.

Stock available in Capalaba Nursery Brisbane.