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Peperomia tetragona
PeperomiaMood Meter: Go With the Flow
Also called: Peperomia Puteolata
Scientific Name History
Current accepted name: Peperomia tetragona
Previously or alternatively classified as: Peperomia puteolata
Elongated leaves show several pale parallel veins running lengthwise; stems are jointed and semi-succulent.
Growth habit: upright trailing.
Plant Mood Meter: Go With the Flow
Peperomia are compact and forgiving when their semi-succulent roots and stems are kept airy rather than continuously wet.
Care guide
Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Gentle morning sun may be tolerated after acclimation.
Allow the upper portion of the mix to dry before watering thoroughly.
Very airy, fast-draining but moderately moisture-retentive mix.
Average household humidity is usually sufficient.
No climbing support needed unless the species naturally trails.
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
