Attractive Unique Foliage
Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light)
Average Watering Needs
Mature Height 8-12 inches
Pet Safe

Platinum Peperomia, also known as Ivy-Leaf Pepper, Platinum, or Silver-leaf pepper, is an evergreen perennial native to tropical regions in South and Central America. Interesting leaf texture and gorgeous iridescent silvery foliage with reddish veins make Platinum Peperomia a highly sought-after houseplant.

Best Locations For Growing Platinum Peperomia

Tolerant of a variety of growing conditions, Platinum Peperomia does best in medium to bright indirect light, in temperatures between 65-80 degrees F with normal humidity. Place it in an east- or west-facing window in your home. Avoid severe temperature fluctuations like cold air drafts in winter or close proximity to a heating vent, as this could damage its leaves.

Platinum Peperomia Sunlight Requirements

Bright indirect light is ideal; direct sunlight can burn its leaves.

Platinum Peperomia Care

Plant this Peperomia in a well-aerated, well-draining potting mix specifically formulated for succulents or cacti, or potting soil that has ample amounts of orchid bark, perlite, and or coarse sand to promote drainage. The loose texture also helps the root system absorb oxygen and prevents root rot due to overwatering. Platinum Peperomia is a slow grower but would benefit from repotting even if it's just to refresh the soil every 2-3 years. This should be done in spring. Select a pot only slightly larger than the previous pot.

Watering Platinum Peperomia

Allow Platinum Peperomia’s soil to dry in between waterings. Its leaves will fall off when touched if this plant has been overwatered, which can lead to root rot, so always feel 2” down into the soil before watering. Water sparingly in winter. Signs of overwatering may include rotting stalks and yellowing leaves.

Feeding Platinum Peperomia

Peperomias require little fertilization. You can feed your Platinum Peperomia once a month during the growing season with a well-balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer.

Platinum Peperomia Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light

Care Requirements: Easy

Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.

Pet Friendly: Yes

Kid Friendly: Yes

Air Purifier: Moderate

Habit: Mounded

Growth Rate: Slow

Mature Height: 8-12 inches

Mature Spread: 8-12 inches

Flowering: Yes

Flower Color(s): White

Flower Shade/Description: White

Fragrant: No

Foliage Type:

Foliage Color(s): Green

Foliage Description: Deep Jade

Temperature: Above 50 °F (Above 10 )

Humidity: Average (40% - 60%)

Common Name: Platinum Peperomia

Other Name(s): Ivy Peperomia, Silver Leaf Peperomia, Ivy Leaf Peperomia

Scientific Name: Peperomia griseoargentea

Plant Type: House Plant

SKU:: Peperomia_Platinum-HP

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

Platinum Peperomia