Ripple Peperomia Plant
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 low moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Succulent
Height
20-40 cm
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Indirect light
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
South America
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Indoor
Temperature (°)
18-30°C
Humidity (%)
50-80%
Potting media
Peat, perlite
Fertilizers
Organic fertilizer
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
300-800 g
Flowering Time
Non-flowering
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Air purification, indoor decor
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat, 25% perlite, 25% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Mealybugs, Spider Mites
Improve soil drainage, prune affected leaves, use neem oil
Fungicides, insecticides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Contains antioxidant properties that may aid in skin health.
· Used in traditional medicine to relieve minor burns and wounds.
· Humidity-loving plant that benefits indoor air quality.