The Peperomia obtusifolia commonly called the baby rubber plant is a beautiful small plant with thick, round and glossy dark green leaves. The baby rubber plant is suitable for areas with medium to bright indirect sunlight. Too much direct sun especially afternoon sun may burn the leaves. This is an easy-going plant perfect for your desk or shelf.
Light requirement: Bright indirect sunlight
Water requirement: Medium
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Soil: Well-draining, aerated, organic-rich potting mix
Skill level: Intermediate
Growth rate: Intermediate
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: Medium
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Low
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Suitable for shaping: No
Colour: Green
Variegation: No
Size: Small/medium
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage
Flower colour: White
Flower fragrant: No
Flowering season: Spring, summer and autumn
Fruit: Insignificant