Skip to content
Peperomia verschaffeltii

Peperomia verschaffeltii

Sold out
12,50€ - 12,50€
12,50€
12,50€ - 12,50€
12,50€

incl. German VAT plus shipping costs
For cross-border deliveries, the rules of the respective EU country apply.

Delivery time:

DE: 2-3 business days (weather permitting)
EU: 3-5 business days (weather permitting)

This image is for illustrative purposes only. The actual plant may differ in shape and color from the image. Plants are shipped without flowers.

Description

Peperomia verschaffeltii

Name: Peperomia verschaffeltii Linden
Synonyms: Peperomia sarcostachya Trel.; Peperomia sarcostachya var. repens Trel.
Etymology: The genus name Peperomia derives from Greek and refers to its similarity to Piper. The epithet verschaffeltii honors the Belgian botanical illustrator and lithographer Ambroise Verschaffelt.
First description: The species was described by Linden in 1869.
Origin / Habitat: Peru, in humid tropical habitats.
Description & Notes: A compact peperomia with fleshy, decoratively patterned leaves. We grow it in bright to partially shaded conditions, in warmth and with good air circulation. We keep the substrate loose and allow it to dry slightly between waterings. We keep it at around 18–28 °C.