Peperomia Piccolo pot 12 cm
Peperomia Piccolo pot 12 cm
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🪴 Peperomia Piccolo Banda
A unique small houseplant with thick, silvery-green leaves that are carved by dark veins in shades of deep green to purple . The reddish-fleshy stems add a dramatic and interesting appearance to the plant.
This peperomia is also called "peacock peperomia" due to its resemblance to peacock feathers. It is very easy to grow , tolerant of neglect, and suitable for any corner of the house - perfect for beginners and those looking for a small, impressive plant!
The silver leaves with purple-green veins are a small work of art. Each leaf is different and unique!
A forgiving plant that tolerates neglect. Forgot to water? No problem, it will wait patiently.
Grows up to 20-30 cm - suitable for any table, shelf or windowsill. It won't spread throughout your house!
According to the ASPCA, Peperomia is non-toxic to dogs and cats. Peace of mind for animal lovers!
Contributes to cleaning the air in the home - beauty and utility in one small package.
Thanks to its compact size and modest needs, peperomia is suitable for almost any location:
Perfect for the office
Between the books
Not in direct sunlight
Beautiful focal point
Loves humidity!
Inside a glass container
Let the soil dry out between waterings. The fleshy leaves store water - overwatering is more dangerous than underwatering!
Medium to bright indirect light. Also tolerates low light and artificial lighting - do not expose to direct sunlight!
Well-drained! A soil mixture with perlite is ideal. Important: A pot with drainage holes.
15-27°C - Perfect normal room temperature. Does not tolerate cold below 10°C.
Normal household humidity is sufficient. No need to spray - this can cause fungus!
| 🏷️ Hebrew name | Peperomia Piccolo Banda / Peacock Peperomia |
| 🔬 Latin name | Peperomia albovittata 'Piccolo Banda' |
| 👨👩👧 Family | Peppers (Piperaceae) |
| 🌍 Origin | Ecuador / South America |
| 📏 Maximum height | 15-20 cm |
| ↔️ Width | 20-30 cm |
| 🍃 Leaf color | Greenish-silver with green-purple veins |
| 🌺 Blossom | Green ears of corn on red stalks (not prominent) |
| 💧 Water consumption | Low |
| ☀️ Lighting | Medium-bright indirect light |
| 🐾 Toxicity | Non-toxic to dogs and cats (ASPCA) |
✨ In short - who is it suitable for?
The Peperomia Piccolo is perfect for those looking for a small, beautiful, and easy-to-care-for plant . Especially suitable for offices, desks, and shelves . Ideal for beginners, homes with pets, and anyone who wants to add some color and uniqueness to a small corner!
💡 Tip: Are the leaves falling off? It's probably time to water. Are the leaves yellow or soft? This is often a sign of overwatering - let the soil dry completely before the next watering.
🤓 Did you know? Peperomia belongs to the pepper family - the same family as black peppercorns! Peperomia seeds have been known to travel thousands of miles - clinging to the feet of birds!
