Peperomia argyreia

Watermelon Peperomia is a tropical evergreen herbaceous shrub that is erect and bushy, grows up to 8" tall and can be used as a houseplant in temperate climates.  It is named Watermelon Peperomia because its leaves resemble the rind of a watermelon.  They tend to be small and look better in groupings of plants with similar cultural needs.  The decorative, watermelon-striped, waxy leaves and cream-colored, spiked inflorescence add interest to this plant. Leaf attachment is a rare true peltate. This plant is used as a specimen or as a desktop plant. This plant tolerates low light for several months without stress. It is intolerant of wet soil, very dry soil, or very drafty sires. This plant prefers medium light, dry soil (but not too dry), and medium to low humidity. Bright but indirect sunlight and over-watering will cause root rot and under-watering will cause the plant to wilt.  Allow the soil to dry to the touch at the top before watering and reduce watering in the winter months.  They will not need to be repotted often as they thrive being pot-bound.  This houseplant is not toxic to cats or dogs. This plant has no serious pest or disease problems.
Hardiness: 50 degrees F
Habit: bushy
Form: rosette
Exposure: indirect light
Soil: potting mix
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3-6 hours of sun per day, with protection from intense mid-day sun

Water moderately, allowing the top 3cm to dry out between watering.

Peperomia Argyreia

Peperomia argyreia

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