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Peperomia clusiifolia 'Red Edge'
Cultivar: Red Edge
Peperomia clusiifolia 'Red Edge' is a charming indoor plant appreciated for its sturdy, oval-shaped leaves that display creamy variegation edged in deep red. This compact, easy-care houseplant is ideal for desktops and shelves, thriving in bright, indirect light. Its succulent-like foliage stores moisture, making it a forgiving choice for busy plant owners.
Red Edge Peperomia is a striking tropical foliage plant known for its thick, succulent-like leaves featuring vibrant red margins.
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Plant Profile
Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
Sun
Bright, indirect light; can tolerate lower light levels but variegation may fade.
Water
Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering as it leads to stem rot.
Mature size
6-12 inches tall and wide
Hardiness
10-12
Growth habit
Upright, clumping
Plant type
tropical foliage plant
Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
Good to know
Prefers stable temperatures; avoid placing near drafty windows or heating vents. Allow top inch of soil to dry before watering to prevent root issues.
Thrives between 65-80ยฐF; protect from temperatures below 55ยฐF.
Produces inconspicuous, spike-like flowers on slender stalks under ideal indoor conditions; grown primarily for foliage.
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; can tolerate lower light levels but variegation may fade.
Growth rate
Moderate
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer at half-strength once a month during the growing season.
Pruning
Trim back leggy stems to encourage a fuller, more compact growth habit.
Care notes
Prefers stable temperatures; avoid placing near drafty windows or heating vents. Allow top inch of soil to dry before watering to prevent root issues.
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
Mature size
6-12 inches tall and wide
Growth habit
Upright, clumping
Spacing
8-12 inches apart in mixed arrangements.
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
Flowering / fruiting
Produces inconspicuous, spike-like flowers on slender stalks under ideal indoor conditions; grown primarily for foliage.
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
Hardiness zones
10-12
Temperature
Thrives between 65-80ยฐF; protect from temperatures below 55ยฐF.
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
Watering
Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering as it leads to stem rot.
Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix or succulent mix.
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
Container Growing
Highly suitable for small containers, ceramic pots, or mixed planters with good drainage.
Family
Piperaceae
Foliage Look
Glossy, thick, oval leaves with cream-to-light-green centers and vibrant red borders.
Foliage Rules
Leaves are thick and fleshy; variegation includes cream and green with a distinct, thin red margin.
Fruit Flower Look
Narrow, upright, pale green to white candle-like flower spikes.
Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are upright, slender catkins; should not be expected on juvenile starter plants.
Growth Habit Rules
Does not climb or vine; maintain an upright, clumping stature.
Mature Plant Look
A neat, compact, upright plant with vibrant, variegated foliage and a tidy appearance.
Mature Stage Morphology
Upright, semi-succulent stem growth with thick, oval leaves arranged alternately; distinctive red-edged variegated foliage.
Morphology Rules
Ensure foliage is thick and succulent-looking; avoid any depiction of thin or paper-like leaves.
Plant Faqs
How much light does a Red Edge Peperomia need? It prefers bright, indirect light to keep its colors vibrant. Can I keep this plant in a small pot? Yes, its compact size makes it excellent for small containers and desktops. How often should I water my Peperomia? Allow the top inch of soil to dry completely before watering again.
Root Look
Healthy, white, fibrous roots within a firm, dark, moist substrate plug.
Soil Look
Dark, peat-rich, well-draining potting soil with slight perlite visibility.
Starter Stage
Small, dense rooted plug with fleshy, succulent leaves showing characteristic red edges.
Starter Stage Morphology
Compact rosette of leaves, usually 2-3 inches in height; sturdy, waxy foliage texture.
Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Red Edge Peperomia. This is Red Edge Peperomia, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant foliage plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor growing space you want to create. Notice the thick, succulent-like leaves and that signature red margin that gives this plant its distinctive, colorful look. Establish your starter plug by moving it into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then later move to an appropriate final container when it is ready. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
The Red Edge Peperomia is a stunning, easy-to-grow tropical plant with thick, variegated leaves and vibrant red margins. Perfect for indoor spaces, it thrives in containers and requires minimal maintenance to keep its compact, colorful shape.
Youtube Video Title
Growing Red Edge Peperomia: A Beautiful Indoor Foliage Plant
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