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Peperomia argyreia
PeperomiaMood Meter: Needs a Little Love
Round leaves striped silver and green like watermelon rind, on red stems
Growth habit: compact rosette. Drought tolerance: high.
Same semi-succulent watering profile as other peperomias.
Plant Mood Meter: Needs a Little Love
Compact and manageable, but its roots and fleshy foliage are less forgiving of chronically wet soil than many people expect.
Care guide
Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Avoid harsh direct sun; gentle morning sun may be tolerated.
Let the upper portion dry before watering again; avoid both prolonged saturation and severe repeated drought.
Very airy, well-draining mix that still holds a little moisture; fine roots benefit from good oxygen.
Average to moderate humidity is suitable.
Problems Planticist can help with UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup
