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Peperomia plants come in various types, Trailing Jade, Watermelon, Parallel, and Pincushion. Every type has specific lighting and watering requirements. Watermelon Peperomia prefers medium light and should be watered regularly.

Until a few days ago I was thinking of some types of Peperomia plant to present to you. This Peperomia plant is very sweet. Keep at least one plant in each of your homes. Here, I will share some types of Peperomia plants that base on my own experience.

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20 Types of Peperomia Plants

• Trailing Jade
• Watermelon Peperomia
• Mini Watermelon Peperomia
• Parallel Peperomia
• Pincushion Peperomia
• Peperomia Pixie Lime
• Variegated Peperomia
• Peperomia Frost
• Peperomia Abricos
• Peperomia Mendoza
• Luna Red Peperomia
• Silver Ripple Peperomia
• Ripple Peperomia
• Peperomia Hope
• Baby Rubber Plant
• String of Turtles
• Cupid Peperomia
• Peperomia Japonica
• Metallic Peperomia
• Spotted Peperomia
• Ivy Leaf Peperomia
• Vining Peperomia

Types of Peperomia Plant

1. Trailing Jade

Peperomia rotundifolia is also known as jade necklace or trailing jade. It is a trailing plant species of peperomia native to the tropical rainforest of South America. Its prefers moderate light conditions and will tolerate shade. Avoid direct sunlight. Peperomia enjoy raised humidity levels but do fine in normal household conditions. 

2. Watermelon Peperomia

Peperomia argyreia is known as watermelon peperomia. It is a species of flowering plant in the pepper family Piperaceae, native to northern South America, including Bolivia, Brazil etc. This plant get a nice mix of sunlight and shade underneath the forest canopy. You can take your in these conditions at home by placing them in a spot that gets medium light. Pinch out the tops of their stems make plants bushier. Remove yellowed leaves or extra growth as necessary.

3. Mini Watermelon Peperomia

Mini Watermelon Peperomia loves bright to medium indirect light, so place it in an area near a window but not in direct sunlight. Extra nutrition is not absolutely necessary to grow a watermelon peperomia. But a dose of indoor plant fertilizer once a month in spring and summer will help them grow faster. 

4. Parallel Peperomia

Parallel Peperomia grow best in bright, indirect light. They can tolerate low light but if they are in a shadier spot it’s a good idea to reduce watering. Water when the top layer of potting mix has dried out, this peperomia is semi-succulent so stores water in its leaves. Leaf propagation is suitable for peperomia varieties that are non-variegated.

5. Pincushion Peperomia

Pincushion Peperomia plant does well in normal humidity environments. During the winter, when the air is dry, try to artificially raise the humidity by misting the plant. It can be propagated by the stem method. It is not toxic to humans, dogs and cats.

6. Peperomia Pixie Lime

Peperomia Pixie Lime are grown for their foliage rather than their flowers. Choose a potting mix that is loose and well-draining but still retains moisture well. It best in medium to bright indirect light and should be protected from direct sunlight.

7. Variegated Peperomia

The variegated Peperomia enjoys bright indirect light, if placed in a few feet away from a bright window, filtered by thin curtains or blinds. Peperomia blooms in summer for about two weeks with proper care. 

8. Peperomia Frost

This plant will tolerate average household humidity. It like most tropical plants, it will benefit from added humidity. The most ideal way to water Peperomia Frost is to bottom-water in a tub or sink. Your Peperomia Frost prefers average room temperatures between 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

9. Peperomia Abricos

Peperomia Abricos is slow growing with dark red, almost black leaves and pink veining. It does well in light to moderate light, such as found in a northern or east-facing window. To allow top soil to dry out before watering. If you want to give your Peperomia a bushier appearance or prevent it from becoming too leggy, pinch it back just above a leaf node to encourage new growth and branching.

10. Peperomia Mendoza

Peperomia Mendoza has beautiful green and blue foliage. They grow in a bush-like shape and stay quite compact making them great for tabletops and shelves. It prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. An east or west facing window sill is ideal for them at most times of the year. 

11. Luna Red Peperomia

Peperomia caperata is known as Luna red, its features deeply corrugated, heart shaped leaves that set it apart from other indoor plants. It is native to brazil where it grows in the understory of rainforest, thriving in moist, humid conditions. Peperomia caperata dislikes being waterlogged, so be careful not to overwater. Reduce watering in the winter when the plant’s growth naturally slows down. 

12. Silver Ripple Peperomia

The Silver Ripple Peperomia prefers low to medium, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight as it can burn the leaves. It can grow outdoors on a patio in a warm spot in full shade however it must be in a well-draining soil. They are semi-succulent, adaptable, visual-appealing, and pet-friendly all characteristics that make for suitable indoor plants.

13. Ripple Peperomia

Peperomia caperata is a species of flowering plant in the family Piperaceae, native to Brazil. This plant is evergreen perennial growing to 20 cm tall and wide, with corrugated heart-shaped leaves, and narrow spikes of white flowers 5–8 cm long, in summer. Position the pot in a warm, bright spot out of direct sunlight. Indirect light is ideal for encouraging root development. 

14. Peperomia Hope

This plant is low-maintenance tropical plant that makes a great indoor plant. Keep the soil lightly moist but not waterlogged. Prune Peperomia ‘Hope’ in spring or summer, targeting leggy or overgrown growth. Use sharp, clean tools and pinch back stems for bushier growth.

15. Baby Rubber Plant

Peperomia obtusifolia is also known as the baby rubber plant. It is a species of flowering plant in the genus Peperomia under the family Piperaceae, native to Florida, Mexico and the Caribbean.

This plant loves bright filtered light best will tolerate medium and artificial lighting. Most varieties of Peperomia plants prefer medium to bright indirect light, but can tolerate low, indirect light. 

16. String of Turtles

String of Turtles is a small succulent perfect indoor plant. Its prefers free draining, fine, soil-less substrate. This plants  love bright indirect sunlight and will thrive in these conditions.

It’s considered to be symbols of good luck because they embody positive qualities that are associated with prosperity, longevity, and perseverance.

17. Cupid Peperomia

Most varieties of Peperomia plants prefer medium to bright indirect light, but can tolerate low, indirect light. It Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate lower light conditions, but its variegation will be more pronounced with adequate lighting.Use a well-draining potting mix.

18. Peperomia Japonica

Peperomia japonica is a species of plant in the genus Peperomia of the family Piperaceae. Its native range is from southern China to Japan and Taiwan. Peperomias are non-toxic to humans and pets. Trailing peperomias can be easily propagated.

19. Metallic Peperomia

Peperomia metallica is a species of plant in the genus Peperomia of the family Piperaceae. It is native to Peru.They are low-maintenance, tolerant of most lighting conditions found in the home, and pet and kid friendly.In Brazil, the peperomia plant is considered a lucky charm, and its gifting serves as a calming assurance.

20. Spotted Peperomia

This indoor plant is easy to care and native to the tropical central and south america. It can also be grown on a light shaded position. A water soluble fertiliser can be given during the growing season such as a Spring and Summer. The Spotted Peperomia has dark green shiny leathery leaves.

21. Ivy Leaf Peperomia

The ivy peperomia is a species of flowering plant in the family Piperaceae, native to Brazil. Peperomia tend to thrive in bright, indirect sunlight but they are also tolerant of low indirect light too.

So, an east or west facing windowsill will be the perfect spot all year round. This evergreen perennial forms rosettes of heart-shaped silver-gray leaves with heavy curved veining. 

22. Vining Peperomia

Vining Peperomia leaves may fall off because of a lack of light, underwatering, or overwatering. It has long, trailing foliage which makes them a great hanging planter. The newest growth will emerge from the tip of the stems. It is likewise low maintenance making it a good choice for beginners.