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Peperomia rotundifolia

Compact trailing succulent with tiny round fleshy leaves, prefers indirect light, thrives in warm temperatures 15–26°C and humidity 55–65%, grows in well-draining acidic soil, is drought-tolerant, and is ideal for shelves or hanging baskets.

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Common Names

Trailing Jade, Jade Necklace, Round Leaf Peperomia, Creeping Buttons, String of Turtles, Yerba Linda, Creeping Peperomia, Radiator Plant, Trailing Jade Plant

Summary

Trailing Jade is a tropical rainforest epiphyte from South America, growing as a trailing plant with slender stems bearing small round fleshy leaves and tiny yellow-green flowers on spikes.

Cultivation favors bright indirect light and well-draining soil, tolerating lower light; water when the top inch dries to avoid rot and maintain moderate to high humidity; ideal for hanging baskets or trailing displays as a low-maintenance houseplant; propagation is easy from stem cuttings; non-toxic to humans and pets; temperature roughly 18–26°C (65–80°F).

Lifecycle

Perennial

Height

8-12 inches

Spread

8-12 inches

Hardiness Zones

Zones 10-11

Sunlight Requirements

Ideally partial shade.

Soil Type

Well-draining, lightweight potting mix

Soil Drainage

Well-draining soil

Soil pH

5.0–7.5, acidic to neutral

Bloom Color

Insignificant

Bloom Time

Summer

Foliage Color

Green, bright green, dark green with light green veins, jade-green, deep green with light green stripes, olive green

Fall Foliage Color

Green

Leaf Lifecycle

Evergreen broadleaf

Growth Rate

Slow growth; typically takes 2–5 years to reach mature size.

Seasons of Interest

Spring and Summer

Propagation Methods

Leaf cuttings, Stem cuttings, Division, Water propagation

Attracts Wildlife

Attracts none

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