Scientific Name: Peperomia Axillaris
Synonyms: Taco Succulent
- Striking Foliage shape
- Easy Care Tabletop Plant
- Great for Offices
- Can grow in Fluorescent light
- Abundant & curious flower spikes
- Plant level: Very Easy
The Peperomia Axillaris is a curious-looking houseplant. Baring thick succulent foliage that looks very akin to a folded-over Taco, hence its peculiar common name. Thus, making this a fun addition to your home or office decor.
As with most Peperomia, the Taco Plant is fantastically easy to care for and is quite adaptable to a wide variety of lighting conditions, including Artificial Fluorescent lighting. So, whether you're needing a tabletop plant for your office, or an easy-care and simple addition of life for your home, give the joyful Taco Plant a try.
It's great for smaller spaces due to its compact growing habit - it won't encroach on your living or working space. Place it on your workspace, a countertop, or a shady windowsill, and enjoy this beauty grow.
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Please Note: This plant is non-toxic.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Follow these instructions to keep your Taco Plant healthy and happy.
Water: Keep the soil barely moist and allow the top layer (about 3 - 4cm) to dry out between watering. During winter, reduce watering further and allow the soil to dry out halfway before watering again.
Light: Medium to bright light is best. Keep out of the direct sun.
Humidity: Appreciates humidity. Mist your plant often to create a rainforest vibe.
Fertilize: Feed with good organic fertilizer (diluted) every month from Spring to Autumn
