Japanese Peperomia (Peperomia Japonica) is a perennial succulent in the Piperaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Peperomia japonica is a small, trailing or creeping epiphytic plant with glossy green leaves and red to green stems, popular for terrariums and small indoor containers.

Japanese Peperomia

Japanese Peperomia

Peperomia Japonica

Peperomia japonica is a small, trailing or creeping epiphytic plant with glossy green leaves and red to green stems, popular for terrariums and small indoor containers.

Quick Facts

Type
succulent
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, decorative foliage

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Japanese Peperomia

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Piperaceae
Genus:Peperomia