Peperomia caperata 'Quito'

Peperomia caperata ‘Quito’ is a striking variety of peperomia, valued for its heart-shaped, velvety leaves in a deep burgundy red, with metallic sheens that change depending on the light. It is a compact and elegant plant, perfect for shelves, desks, or collections of decorative indoor plants.

🌿 Botanical features:

• Full name: Peperomia caperata ‘Quito’

• Family: Piperaceae

• Origin: South America (Brazil)

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

• Flowers: Thin spikes, pale greenish-white, appear occasionally, but the main decorative value remains the foliage

• Form: Bushy, compact, slow growing

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Indirect, diffused; also tolerates partial shade

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

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

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

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

✨ Why choose it:

• Compact form, ideal for small spaces or as a shelf accent

• Resilient and easy to care for indoor plant

• Adds an exotic and elegant touch to indoor settings

⚠️ 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 vitality.

Height including pot 15-20 cm 

Decorative pot not included in the price.