Peperomia obtusifolia
Michael's Opinion
An easy to grow, low light tropical plant well suited for use in the home.
Botanical Information
| Family | Piperaceae |
| Genus | Peperomia |
| Species | obtusifolia |
| Category | Tropicals |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H1c |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | 4 - 10 |
| Temperature (°F) | 40 - 50 |
| Height | 0.1 - 0.5 m |
| Spread | 0.1 - 0.5 m |
| Growth | Slow |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Small evergreen perennial. |
| ID Characteristic | Broad leathery elliptic leaves holding tiny white flowers. |
| Landscape | Patio and container plants. |
| Propagation | Seed or softwood, bud or leaf cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Best grown under glass in partial shade. |
| Pests | No major issues. |
| Notable Specimens | The Gardens of Fanshawe College, London, Ontario, Canada. |
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