Common Name - Emerald ripple
Scientific Name - Peperomia caperata
Description
Peperomia caperata is also known as Emerald Ripple peperomia. Heart-shaped richly veined ruffled dark green leaves. Red Peperomia caperata pronounced. The name of the genus ‘Peperomia” combines two Greek words, peperi means pepper, and homoios means resembling. These plants look like and are related to Piper nigrum, which is black pepper. The specific species ‘caperata’ refers to the plant’s wrinkled leaf texture. The peperomia ripple is an herbaceous perennial, hailing from the rainforests of Brazil, South America. It belongs to the Piperaceae family. This tropical plant is a seasonal bloomer with attractive evergreen leaves. In the United States, Caperata Peperomia is recommended for USDA hardiness zones 11 – 12, where it grows as a groundcover. But it is most frequently used as a houseplant. The compact plant grows best in partial shade. It has very low maintenance requirements and moderate water needs.
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Peperomia caperata plant Care and Instruction
Medium to bright light. Tolerates low light. Not suited for intense, direct sun. Water once or twice a week, depending on the season. Spring to summer, water as soon as the potting mix begins to dry out. Fall to winter, allow the mix to dry out almost completely before watering thoroughly. Don’t sweat it. Average home humidity is fine; can tolerate dry air. The average home temperature of 65°F-75°F. If you’re comfortable, the Ripple Peperomia is comfortable. Remains relatively small, growing only to an approximate height of 8”. Not known to be toxic. The best practice is always to keep houseplants out of reach of small children and pets.
Light - Medium to bright light
Place - Indoors or Outdoors
Water - Water once or twice a week
Fertilizer - Any Organic Fertilizer as needed
Temperature - 65°F-75°F
Special Features
Air Purifying.
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