Peperomia argyreia, commonly known as Watermelon Peperomia, is recognised for its rounded, glossy leaves marked with alternating silver and green stripes that resemble the patterning of a watermelon rind. The foliage grows from a compact central rosette, with each leaf held on a slender reddish petiole that contrasts against the striped surface. Its thick, fleshy leaves reflect the semi-succulent nature of the Peperomia genus, allowing the plant to store moisture within its tissues while maintaining its compact, evergreen form.
Habitat: For a bushier plant pinch tips through spring and summer months to encourage additional shoots to form.
Light: Bright, indirect light.
Water: Water from dry only. Leaf loss is a sign of over-watering.
Fertiliser: Will benefit from the application of a balanced plant fertiliser during peak growth periods.
Soil: Use well-drained mixed soil. Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Please note: Variegated plants vary between and within crops. While we attempt to maintain growing conditions, no guarantees can be made around the volume of variegation per plant. The picture of this plant is indicative only, as we see with all plant species, every plant is unique.
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Sold in quantities of 9 x 14cm plants per box. Please note, only two separate varieties may be mixed in one box for shipping.
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Please note: Variegated plants vary between and within crops. While we attempt to maintain growing conditions, no guarantees can be made around the volume of variegation per plant. The picture of this plant is indicative only, as we see with all plant species, every plant is unique.
Sold in quantities of 9 x 14cm plants per box. Please note, only two separate varieties may be mixed in one box for shipping.