Common Name: Peperomia Frost, Peperomia Silver Frost, Peperomia Silver

Scientific Name: Perpermia caperata 'Frost'

-Care Recommendations By The Dude-

Best for These Animals: Small reptiles and amphibians, especially tropical frogs.

Bio Dude Substrates: TerraFlora, TerraFauna

Soil Depth: Shallow to moderate with proper drainage.

Lighting: Low to medium indirect light.  Not recommended directly under a heat or basking lamp.

Humidity & Misting: 50%-100%, with higher levels suggested for optimal growth.

Mature Plant Size & Root System: These mound-forming plants will max out at 8 inches tall and possess waxy, corrugated leaves.  They have very thin, fibrous root systems that are shallow but allow for maximum water absorption with adequate humidity.

Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium: Too high temperatures/low humidity may cause leaves to brown.  Best used as a front (low) groundcover or underplanting.

Edible & Side Effects if Ingested: Non-toxic if consumed, though these are typically used for ornamental, not edible, purposes

Pot Size & Packaging: A single 4" potted peperomia plant is shipped in the pot, wrapped in paper.