Species Name: Peperomia orba

Common name(s): Cupid peperomia, Piper peperomia, Peperomia ‘Orba’, Radiator plants 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Small green leaves that are round and waxy
• Beautiful looking leaves point upwards look great in a terrariums
• A brightly colored plant that is easy to care for

Recommended Pot Size: Small - Medium 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: 65-75°F

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)   Moderate (30-70%)   Humid (70-100%)

Watering frequency: Light watering, Suggested watering time is every 7 to 10 days.  

Lighting:  Full Shade     Partial Shade      Full Sun

Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here. 

Growth rate: Moderate - Fast

Height: Up to 8” 

Origin: S. Mexico to Tropical America

Regional locality: Humid montane forest growing on trees and in rock crevices

USDA Hardiness Zone: 11-12

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: This plant will become leggy with uneven growth if not given adequate sunlight. Peperomias do not o do well in soggy environments. Allow the top inch of the soil to dry out before watering. 

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.