Peperomia nivalis
About Peperomia nivalis
Did you know Peperomia plants belong to the pepper family, along with black peppercorns? Their fruits and seeds have traveled one of the longest distances ever recorded, over 3000 miles to an island in the middle of the Atlantic ocean, while stuck to a bird's feet! đŚ They can be easily propagated by leaves which make them super easy to share with friends!
Taxonomy
Peperomia nivalis
Peperomia
Piperaceae
Piperales

How to care for Peperomia nivalis

How often to water your Peperomia nivalis

every 9
Peperomia nivalis needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
22% Very Low

Growing Peperomia nivalis in Minneapolis right now
Plant growth potential is currently very low đ
January 30th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ânet radiationâ in Minneapolis is currently very low đ.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in âŚ
Sunlight will increase by 49.3% âď¸
January 30th, 2023
Minneapolis is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Minneapolis is expected to increase by 49.3% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 7.2 megajoules of energy pâŚ
Daylight will increase by 1.3 hours đ
January 30th, 2023
This month, Minneapolis is getting an average of 5.3 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 14.5% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.1 total hours ofâŚ
Finding light for Peperomia nivalis in your home

a window
Peperomia nivalis may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves đ, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Minneapolis, Minnesota â .

How to fertilize Peperomia nivalis

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Peperomia nivalis after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Peperomia nivalis prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Peperomia nivalis may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves đ without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Peperomia nivalis doesnât require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Peperomia nivalis does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Peperomia nivalis should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itâs refreshed yearly, you shouldnât need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itâs common for Peperomia nivalis to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Peperomia nivalis is native to Worldwide.
Care Summary for Peperomia nivalis
Peperomia nivalis
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
