The Peperomia Obtusifolia (Baby Rubber Plant) has thick, deep green leaves and an upright stem.

Here’s what you oughta know about this hardy houseplant.

Quick overview:

The Peperomia Obtusifolia is originally from the humid forests of South America.

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It’s primarily a houseplant but can survive outdoors in conditions that are warm but not too bright.

Interestingly enough, in the wild, Peperomias can grow on other plants.

In a home setting, this means the Peperomia can make for a great mounted plant.

Other types of the Peperomia plant.

There are over 1,000 species of the Peperomia plant, and each one looks slightly different.

If you touch them, they won’t feel quite as firm," she says.

Overwatering is more common than underwatering with this plant.

Sunlight needs:

The Peperomia Obtusifolia needsbright, indirect light.

It also might start to get “leggy,” meaning its leaves don’t fill out its stem.

“Not enough light can causeroot problems,” Horst says.

It’s all about the balance."

Soil needs:

Well-draining soil is best for this plant.

An all-purpose potting mix for container plants should work great.

Temperature needs:

The Peperomia plant does best in temperatures above 50 degrees.

They won’t appreciate the draft.

However, if your pet eats too much of any plant (even the nontoxic ones!

Your new pot shouldn’t be more than 2 inches larger in diameter than your old one.

Here’s your step-by-step repotting guide:

The bottom line.