Emerald Ripple Peperomia Plant
Emerald Ripple Peperomia (Peperomia caperata) is a succulent growing 6-12 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with slow growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring indirect light and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Succulent
Height
0.2-0.3 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, humus-rich soil
Shade
Indirect light
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
South America
Climatic Condition
Moderate
Temperature (°)
18-25°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Peat-based mix
Fertilizers
Balanced fertilizer
Watering
Water when soil is dry; avoid overwatering
Plant Weight
0.2-0.4 kg
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Soil EC
0.4 - 0.6
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental use
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Used for ornamental purposes; air purification
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat moss, 30% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Mealybugs
Improve soil drainage, prune affected leaves, use neem oil