These pet safe peperomia plants are the perfect way to add a lux and tropical vibe to your home. Peperomia plants come in multiple variegations like the peperomia obtusifolia, also known as the baby rubber plant, and is loved for its thick green leaves, to the stripe-variegation of the peperomia watermelon. Each peperomia plant is shipped from our greenhouses here in the USA to your door to ensure you get a healthy and stunning plant.
Peperomia gets its name from the Greek words "peperi" and "homoios" because it resembles a black pepper plant. Although they’re in the same species as the black pepper plant, they do not grow peppers. Although they may not grow food, they do come in a variety of variegations, shapes, and sizes making them some of the most unique houseplants you can buy.
“String of Turtles” gets its name from the turtle shell shape and variegation on its tiny leaves. Peperomia “Frost” has a silvery grey frost appearance over its lush, heart-shaped foliage. And the ever popular “Baby Rubber Plant” also known as “Obtusifolia” has thick and lux green leaves that look and feel like rubber. Best of all, peperomia is an easy-to-care for plant that works in a pot or from a hanging basket.
Peperomia Care Instructions
Here’s how to water, provide enough sunlight, and other plant care instructions for your new peperomia plant.
Watering - water your peperomia plant about once a week when the top inch of soil feels dry to prevent waterlogging the soil and causing root rot.
Sunlight - peperomia plants need bright but indirect sunlight between 3 and 6 hours per day to keep their variegation in full color. Avoid direct sunlight, but dim light can be ok as long as you don’t mind the plant’s colors fading.
Toxic to pets - Peperomia plants are generally non-toxic to pets so they are safe to have around cats, dogs, and other animals.
Care level - Peperomia is a beginner level plant and easy-to-care for.
Staff Favorites
Looking for a gift or a unique species to add to your collection? We can help. Below you’ll find some staff favorites to make picking the perfect peperomia plant an easy task.
Caperate (Ripple)
This variety stands out with deeply textured, rippled leaves that come in shades of green, red, or silver. Great for adding visual interest to small plant displays.
Hope
A trailing variety with small, round leaves on soft stems. Great for hanging planters or shelves where it can gently spill over the edge.
Obtusifolia
Also known as the baby rubber plant, this variety has thick, glossy leaves and a tidy, upright growth habit. Very forgiving and beginner-friendly.
Raindrop
Known for its thick, teardrop-shaped leaves that resemble falling raindrops. Compact and eye-catching, it’s a standout in any plant collection.
Watermelon
A fan favorite with silver and green striped leaves that resemble the rind of a watermelon. Grows in a tidy rosette and does well in bright, indirect light.
