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Ivy Peperomia
Peperomia griseoargentea · Piperaceae
How it looks
Peperomia (Ivy Peperomia) is a compact foliage plant with thick, glossy round leaves marked by dark green and silvery stripes. The leaves are shaped like small palms and alternate along the stem. It reaches 8-12 in (20-30 cm) tall.
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 griseoargentea
- Common name
- Ivy Peperomia
- Family
- Piperaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
