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Peperomia Varieties

Watermelon Peperomia (Peperomia argyreia)

Peperomia Argyreia (pronounced pep-er-ROH-mee-uh ar-GY-ree-uh) is commonly known as the Watermelon Peperomia. Indeed because the leaves look like the skin of watermelons. Additionally, waxy, green and silver striped leaves are attached to short, reddish-purple stems. Definitely the perfect addition to your indoor plant collection.
The watermelon peperomia is easy to grow and is very adaptable. Specifically, it is great for beginners. It is no wonder why it has become such a trendy plant. Definitely perfect for small spaces or offices, as it stays quite compact.

Peperomia obtusifolia (Baby Rubber Plant)

Baby Rubber Plant Peperomia obtusifolia The Peperomia obtusifolia ( pep-er-ROH-mee-uh ob-too-sih-FOH-lee-uh) is commonly called the Baby Rubber Plant. Specifically, an evergreen perennial with an upright growth habit. Furthermore, oval leaves are dark green, shiny and smooth.  Water is stored in their thick leaves. Therefore, they shrivel in drought and plump when water is available. Additionally, …

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Hibiscus Flower | How to keep hibiscus blooming

Facebook-f Youtube Instagram Pinterest Hibiscus Flower | How to keep hibiscus blooming Hibiscus flowers are stunning. Want to learn how to keep your hibiscus flowers blooming? Keep on reading. They always seem to remind me of Hawaii! The yellow hibiscus (Hibiscus brackenridgei) is actually Hawaii’s state flower. Also known as pua aloalo or pua mao …

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Caladium Lindenii | Xanthosoma Lindenii ‘Magnificum’

Xanthosoma Lindenii ‘Magnificum’ Caladium Lindenii Caladium lindenii is also known as Xanthosoma lindenii Magnifica. Veins are prominent and white to cream in color. Additionally, large leaves are yellow to deep-green and thin and leathery. Specifically, leaves are arrowhead-shaped, somewhat elongated, and slightly rounded with prominent ears. This Columbian native is most commonly known as the …

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Caladium Florida Moonlight | Caladium Bicolor

Florida Moonlight Caladium Caladium Moonlight Caladium Moonlight is a fancy-leaf caladium. Moonlight or Florida Moonlight is a caladium variety developed by the University of Florida’s breeding program in 2002. A hybrid of a cross between Caladium ‘Aaron and Caladium ‘Candidum Jr’. White luminescent leaves have a thin green margin. Large heart-shaped leaves are light and …

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Caladium White Christmas | Caladium Bicolor

White Christmas Caladium Caladium White Christmas Caladium White Christmas is a fancy-leaf caladium . An outstanding variety producing luminous white leaves with contrasting dark green veins and lighter green edges. This is a relatively low maintenance plant. Does not require much pruning, except when necessary. Deer do not really care for this plant and will usually …

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Caladium ‘Strawberry Star’ | Caladium bicolor

‘Strawberry Star’ Caladium bicolor Caladium Strawberry Star The Caladium Strawberry Star is a white fancy-leaf variegated caladium. Leaves are almost transparent and have light green mid veins and stems. Strawberry red speckles are sprinkled on the top of the showy leaves. Dark colors of the stem emphasizes the light design of the leaves. A compact …

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