{"product_id":"peperomia-metallica","title":"Peperomia 'Metallica'","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eMetallica Peperomia Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003eFAQ\/Common Issues\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Cactus_26a62e4c-2f57-4ecf-97de-fc345c4a381c_480x480.png?v=1600401339\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Peperomia 'Metallica', also called red tree peperomia, is a compact tropical houseplant in the Piperaceae family native to the rainforest floors of Peru and South America. It grows as a low-growing, semi-succulent perennial that stores moisture in its thick stems and leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Flower_a2da558c-5726-458a-a06c-1a5f7fedc366_480x480.png?v=1600397290\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  The leaves are small, oval-shaped, and deep burgundy-red on the undersides, with a dark green upper surface overlaid by a narrow silver-gray stripe running down the center. The surface has a faintly waxy, almost metallic sheen that gives the plant its name. New growth emerges in a reddish tone, and the stems stay compact and upright, rarely exceeding eight to twelve inches in height.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Growing_2961efa3-9828-496c-8a2c-fa57f0dd8914_480x480.png?v=1600399365\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Flower information for this cultivar is limited, though a slight drop in nighttime temperatures can encourage occasional blooming. The leaves themselves carry most of the visual interest across all seasons. Metallica Peperomia is pet-friendly, and it also filters formaldehyde and other indoor toxins from the air.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"lazyloaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Rotate it every few weeks so all sides receive even light from overhead office LEDs or a north- or east-facing window. Keep it away from south-facing windows, where the leaves can scorch. It wilts slightly when dry, and the soil surface will feel completely parched before it needs water again. Moisture near a kitchen counter suits it well, but position it away from direct AC or heating vents. Metallica Peperomia fits neatly inside a terrarium and thrives there as long as rain or outdoor weather does not reach it. You can leave it alone for up to ten days without watering.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Peperomia 'Metallica' grows well in bright indirect light, such as near a north- or east-facing window.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Water it every ten to fourteen days, allowing the top inch of soil to dry completely between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Metallica Peperomia does best in a well-draining mix of perlite and peat or a cactus-blend potting soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Temperature.png?v=1613688445\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It prefers temperatures between 65°F and 80°F and should stay away from cold drafts or sudden temperature drops below 50°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Fertilizer_5853ff19-6010-410a-a082-3abe233cb8d2_480x480.png?v=1600399297\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Metallica Peperomia is a slow-growing compact plant; feed it with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during spring and summer only.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Spackle_0b1c313b-e538-42e0-8818-7f0bdf63d530_480x480.png?v=1600397104\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It is hardy in USDA zones 10 through 12, where outdoor temperatures stay reliably above 50°F year-round. It grows outdoors in Florida, Hawaii, southern California, and southern Texas. In cooler states, it performs as a year-round indoor houseplant.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Peperomia 'Metallica' safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes, it is non-toxic and pet-friendly for both cats and dogs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much light does this plant need indoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Peperomia 'Metallica' does well a few feet back from a south window or directly in front of a north- or east-facing window. The leaves can develop bleached or brown patches if placed too close to a bright south-facing pane.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can Metallica Peperomia grow under office lighting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes, it handles standard fluorescent and LED office lighting without trouble, as long as the lights run for a full workday.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know when to water this plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Metallica Peperomia wilts slightly when the soil has been dry too long. Check the top inch of soil first, and if it is still moist, wait a few more days before watering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can Metallica Peperomia be used in a terrarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes, its compact size and tolerance for enclosed environments make it a good terrarium plant. Keep it shielded from outdoor rain and direct weather if the terrarium is open-topped.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How big does this plant get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Metallica Peperomia typically reaches between eight and twelve inches tall and wide at maturity, staying compact enough for a desk, shelf, or small container garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"House Plant Dropship","offers":[{"title":"4\" Pot","offer_id":47017970237614,"sku":"4_PEPEROMIA_METALLICA","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" Pot","offer_id":47903700287662,"sku":"6_PEPEROMIA_METALLICA","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Peperomia-_Metallica_-lifestyle.jpg?v=1772600728","url":"https:\/\/succulentsbox.live\/products\/peperomia-metallica","provider":"Succulents Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}