Expert Care Guides - Page 19
A comprehensive library of technical diagnostics, styling tips, and botanical science for the Peperomia enthusiast.
Rare Peperomia Obtusifolia Varieties: A Collector's Identification Guide
Beyond the common green Jade and standard Variegata, rare Peperomia obtusifolia cultivars offer extraordinary leaf patterns produced by unstable chlorophyll genetics. This guide covers identification, the biology of rarity, and how to source genuine specimens.
Peperomia Obtusifolia Alba: Complete Care Guide
Peperomia obtusifolia alba holds its cream-white variegation only within a narrow light window. Below 1,000 lux, it reverts to solid green. Above 40,000 lux, the pale tissue bleaches permanently. Here is the mechanism behind every care decision.
Peperomia Obtusifolia Brown Leaves: 11 Causes & How to Fix Each
Brown leaves on Peperomia obtusifolia are a diagnostic signal, not a cosmetic problem. The texture, location, and spread pattern identify the cause precisely. This guide maps all 11 causes — including a dedicated sub-diagnostic for brown tips — to their mechanisms and fixes.
Propagating Peperomia Obtusifolia in Water: A Step-by-Step Guide
Water propagation is the most visual and beginner-friendly way to multiply your Peperomia. Learn the 'Wet-to-Dry' strategy for a successful transition to soil.
How to Prune Peperomia Obtusifolia for a Bushier Plant
Is your Peperomia looking thin and 'leggy'? Pruning is the only way to transform a spindly plant into a lush, bushy masterpiece. Learn exactly where to cut.
How to Propagate Peperomia Obtusifolia: All 4 Methods Compared
Four propagation methods for Peperomia obtusifolia — with the biological explanation for why each works, documented success rates, and the exact conditions each requires.
Black Spots on Peperomia Obtusifolia Leaves: 7 Causes & Cures
Black spots on Peperomia obtusifolia always have a specific biological cause. This guide covers seven distinct mechanisms — from fungal infection to ring spot virus — and the exact treatment each requires.
Peperomia Obtusifolia Care Guide: The Complete Botanical Reference
The complete botanical reference for Peperomia obtusifolia care. Learn the biological mechanisms behind every light, water, and soil decision — and why the standard tropical houseplant advice routinely fails this species.