Plant Group
Piperaceae
Size (Can grow to)
Small 10-20cm
Growth Habit
Shrub/Busy/Broad
Position
Bright Light
Watering
Low/Medium
Description
The Peperomia marmorata is native to Central and South America. Commonly called Silver Heart, has heart-shaped, deep rippled or corrugated green leaves with a silvery sheen. This flowering evergreen perennial can grow to approx 20cm tall. The flowers are inconsequential and the Silver Heart is grown for its beautiful leaves. The Silver Heart grows well in bright indirect light. Position your plant in an east or west facing window. They will even grow under fluorescent lights which also makes them great for offices or apartments too. Insufficient light will cause the growth to slow and direct sunlight will burn the leaves. They don't' need a lot of water, allow the top 50% of soil to dry before you water, as they can store water in the thick leaves.
Don't forget to check out the other varieties of Peperomia's available in the Easy Care Range - Peperomia caperata Emerald Ripple, Peperomia caperata Pink Lady, Peperomia caperata Red Luna, Peperomia dahlstedtii Vining Pepper, Peperomia obtusifolia Baby Rubber Plant, Peperomia obtusifolia variegata Baby Rubber Plant, Peperomia glabella Red Stem and the Peperomia rotundifolia Trailing Jade Necklace
