Peperomia caperata 'Quito'

Peperomia caperata ‘Quito’ is a spectacular variety of peperomia, appreciated for its heart-shaped, velvety leaves, in intense red-burgundy color, with metallic reflections that vary depending on the light. It is a compact and elegant plant, perfect for shelves, offices, or collections of decorative indoor plants.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Peperomia caperata ‘Quito’

• Family: Piperaceae

• Origin: South America (Brazil)

• Leaves: Heart-shaped, velvety red-burgundy with metallic reflections

• Flowers: Thin, white-green spikes, appearing occasionally, but the main decorative value remains the foliage

• Habit: Bushy, compact, slow growing

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Indirect, diffuse; also tolerates partial shade

• Soil: Loose, well-drained, based on peat and perlite

• Watering: Moderate, allowing partial drying of the substrate between waterings

• Temperature: 18–26°C; avoid cold below 15°C

• Humidity: Medium to high, beneficial for the intensity of leaf color

✨ Why it is worth choosing:

• Velvety red-burgundy foliage, extremely decorative

• Compact habit, ideal for small spaces or as an accent on shelves

• Resistant and easy to maintain indoor plant

• Offers an exotic and elegant note in interior decor

⚠️ Note: Leaves of Peperomia caperata may show small imperfections during transport or adaptation to a new environment, but these do not affect the plant's viability.

Height with pot included 15-20 cm 

Decorative pot is not included in the price.