Baby rubber plant
Peperomia obtusifolia · Peperomia · Pepper family
Also known as: Pepper Face · American Rubber Plant
Easy15–30cmPet-friendly
Baby rubber plant care at a glance
Baby rubber plant (Peperomia obtusifolia) needs little water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–26 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 18–26 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Baby rubber plant
Possible pests on Baby rubber plant include Mealybugs, Spider mites and Whitefly. A common disease is Root rot. Baby rubber plant is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Mealybugs Low
- Spider mites Low
- Whitefly Low
Disease
- Root rot High
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Frequently asked questions about Baby rubber plant
- Which pests affect Baby rubber plant?
- Possible pests on Baby rubber plant include Mealybugs, Spider mites and Whitefly.
- Which diseases affect Baby rubber plant?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Baby rubber plant toxic to cats and dogs?
- Baby rubber plant is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Baby rubber plant need?
- Baby rubber plant has a low water requirement.
- What light does Baby rubber plant need?
- Baby rubber plant prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Baby rubber plant frost-hardy?
- Baby rubber plant is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 10 °C.