Ruby Peperomia

Family

Piperaceae

Origin

Ecuador

Description

Peperomia Graveolens 'Ruby Glow' is a gorgeous succulents plant with bright red outside leaves and stems and green top part of the leaf.The thick ruby red stem and red and green chunky leaves of this succulent plant are waxy and bright. Peperomia Graveolens has a shrub-like growing habit with new branches shooting out of the main stem. The plant can grow to approximately 20cm height and 15 in width. Along with the foliage, the tiny yellow-white flowers are a sight to behold.

Environment

Keep in indirect sunlight. Any window besides South facing ones should work well. Generally an easy care plant, the Peperomia can become leggy if not given enough sun

It needs plenty of air around the roots, hence a relatively loose soil with good drainage would be ideal.

Landscape Uses

Kitchens, Bathrooms , Greenhouse & Terrarium

Note

One unique aspect of Peperomia is that all their foliage purifies the air, according to NASA research