Peperomia elongata is a rare peperomia in cultivation. An evergreen plant with fleshy shoots and elliptic, pale green leaves with lighter colored veins. Peperomia elongata is native to South America, and in 2007 scientist discovered chemicals within the plant that are being tested for anti-cancer drug studies.
Care of Peperomia elongata:
Shade to partial shade, temp. 45 to 95 degrees, 10 to 12 in. tall, allow getting slightly dry between waterings.
Family: Piperaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 - 4 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding:
Peperomia elongata is a rare peperomia in cultivation. An evergreen plant with fleshy shoots and elliptic, pale green leaves with lighter colored veins. Peperomia elongata is native to South America, and in 2007 scientist discovered chemicals within the plant that are being tested for anti-cancer drug studies.
Care of Peperomia elongata:
Shade to partial shade, temp. 45 to 95 degrees, 10 to 12 in. tall, allow getting slightly dry between waterings.
Family: Piperaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 - 4 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding: