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Emerald Ripple Peperomia
Peperomia caperata · Piperaceae
How it looks
Emerald Ripple Peperomia is a compact foliage plant with thick, glossy small heart-shaped leaves bearing deep wrinkles and grooves. The leaves are dark green and lustrous, and at 6–10 in (15–25 cm) tall it suits desks and windowsills.
This plant is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. An occasional nibble is unlikely to cause any real trouble.
Guide for parents
Even with a safe plant, make a habit of picking up fallen leaves the same day. If your cat likes to dig in or eat potting soil, fertilizer ingredients can upset their stomach — covering the soil with pebbles works well. If it comes home as a cut stem, florists often treat it with preservatives, so place the vase where your cat can't drink the water.
Details
- Scientific name
- Peperomia caperata
- Common name
- Emerald Ripple Peperomia
- Family
- Piperaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
