Planters and Pots
Baby Rubber Plant ( Peperomia Obstusifolia)
Baby Rubber Plant is a succulent like variety of Peperomia and is actually unassociated to the Hevea Bransiliensis, the primary resource of natural rubber.
This is a great houseplant to grow as it is low-maintenance, looks splendid and purifies the air.
This is a great houseplant to grow as it is low-maintenance, looks splendid and purifies the air.
Plant special features
PLANT CARE
| Sunlight: | prefers medium to bright indirect light. No direct light and can tolerate low indirect light. |
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| Watering: | Water only when the top soil is totally dry. You may water it once a week and Increase frequency with increased light. |
| Temprature: | 65-79 degree Fahrenheit. |
| Soil: | Light, airy, fertile rich and well drained. |
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| Repotting: | It is a slow growing plant, ideally you should re-pot it once every 2 years. Re-pot the plant late in winter or early spring. At the time of repotting pick a pot that is at least 1-2 inches bigger than your previous pot. |
Dos and Don’ts:
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Too much of direct sun will cause fading of leaves.
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For pest control : Clean the leaves of the plant with a solution of little bit of dishwashing detergent / liquid Sanitizer spray and water. Wipe off the leaves after applying solution.
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Avoid over-watering especially when the pot does not have drainage holes. Wilting of leaves along with leaf loss indicates that plant is overwatered.
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Common problem is leaves turning brown, yellow, or have wilted indicating nutrient deficiency through over/under watering. Hence, maintaining a balanced moisture is the key.
Styling and décor tips:
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An attractive indoor plant choice for coffee tables, side tables, office desks and other surfaces. Place it on a desk or workstation to let its spirit of spring; dawn, youth and new ideas aid inspiration.
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It works well as either a potted or a hanging plant at your interior space.
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