Peperomia (Peperomia dolabriformis)
Rs. 550.00
Peperomia (Peperomia dolabriformis)
Peperomia (Peperomia dolabriformis)
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About Peperomia (Peperomia dolabriformis)
Also called the "pincushion" or "prayer" Peperomia, this variety has distinctive thick, banana-shaped, succulent leaves with a translucent stripe that lets in light. Its compact, upright growth makes it an easy fit on any desk or shelf.
Growing Conditions
- Light: Bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct morning sun.
- Soil: Well-draining succulent/cactus mix.
- Humidity: Average room humidity is fine.
Placement
A bright desk, windowsill, or shelf - its compact size suits small spaces.
Care
- Watering: Let soil dry out between waterings - the thick leaves store water, so this plant is drought-tolerant.
- Fertilizer: Diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
- Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years, or when rootbound.
- Pruning: Pinch back leggy stems to maintain a compact shape.
This listing ships a young potted plant. Growth rate and mature size vary by light, care, and environment. Generally considered non-toxic and pet-safe.
Instructions
Instructions
- Watering: Let soil dry out between waterings - drought-tolerant
- Light: Bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct morning sun
- Soil: Well-draining succulent/cactus mix.
- Humidity: Average room humidity is fine
- Fertilizer: Diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
- Repotting: Every 1-2 years, or when rootbound
- Pruning: Pinch back leggy stems to maintain a compact shape
Delivery Info
Delivery Info
- Every plant is quality-checked before dispatch and packed with root-ball wrapping and moisture lock for transit.
- Delivery timelines depend on your pin code, courier network and weather conditions — tracking is shared as soon as your order is dispatched.
- Live plants are covered by our 10-Day Plant Protection against transit damage.
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999; Cash on Delivery is available.
- Some remote pin codes may not be serviceable for live plant delivery — this is shown at checkout before you pay.
FAQs
FAQs
Is this plant pet-safe?
Yes, generally considered non-toxic and pet-safe.
How often should I water it?
Let the soil dry out between waterings - its thick leaves store water, so it tolerates missed waterings well.
Why are the leaves banana-shaped?
That's the natural, distinctive leaf shape of Peperomia dolabriformis, sometimes called the pincushion Peperomia.
Does it need a lot of space?
No, it stays compact and upright, making it well suited to desks and small shelves.
