Plant Know-How: Peperomia puteolata
With so many to choose from, it's hard to pick a favorite Peperomia, but with these striped leaves, Peperomia puteolata would definitely be in our top ten if you pressed us. Like other Peperomia, the care can be a little tricky to get right, but once you find the right balance of water and light, you'll be rewarded with a fun plant that's easy to maintain.
HOW TO CARE FOR PEPEROMIA PUTEOLATA:
Light requirements for Peperomia putelota: Peperomia putelota does best in very bright indirect light. It may tolerate medium indirect light, but leaves will be small and very spread apart. If you'd like your Peperomia putelota to be full and large, we recommend growing it in bright indirect light- ideally on a windowsill or right in a bright window.
Watering tips for Peperomia putelota: Like most Peperomias, Peperomia putelota does not want to sit in soggy soil. Water your Peperomia putelota when the soil is dry at least 3/4 of the way down. Leaves will begin to look slightly limp when ready for water. Peperomia tolerate drying out a bit much better than they do being watered too often, so when in doubt, wait another week. If you need some help knowing when to water your plant a moisture meter is a helpful tool that can take out some of the guesswork!
The best soil for Peperomia putelota: Peperomias grow best in chunky, well-draining soil. Our Folia Favorite Potting Mix is a great choice!
Is Peperomia putelota pet-safe? Peperomias are non-toxic, so they're safe for curious pets who may take a bite. Looking for more pet-safe plants? Check out the Pet Safe category of the Plant Care Compendium!
Did you know? Peperomia bloom easily and often, but their flowers don't look like what you may think of as a flower. Referred to as a 'spike' inflorescence, teeny tiny white flowers form along a slender structure that vaguely resembles a rat's tail. These flowers form frequently and will fall off once they're spent.
