🐾 Peperomia 'Quito'

Peperomia ‘Quito’ is a compact beauty native to the cloud-kissed slopes of Ecuador’s Andean mountains. Its heart-shaped, deeply textured leaves shimmer in shades of bronze, rust, and gold — like a tiny sunset you can keep on your shelf. Each leaf has dramatic sunken veins and a delicate pointed tip, giving the plant a sculpted, almost metallic glow.

You may occasionally spot petite, creamy white flower spikes, but let’s be honest — the foliage is the main attraction. This variety is well-loved for being delightfully low-maintenance and truly beginner-friendly.

Watering

In the summer, allow the soil to dry 25% before watering again.
In the winter, let it dry 50% to match its slower growth.
Peperomias are semi-succulent, so they prefer lighter, infrequent sips rather than constant moisture.

Lighting

This plant thrives with a wide view of the sky, enjoying filtered or dappled light. Bright indirect light keeps those bronze tones vibrant, but it will tolerate medium light without complaining.

Pet Safety

🐾 Pet Friendly! Non-toxic to cats and dogs, so your plant babies and furry babies can coexist peacefully.

Fleurish Tip

Think of Peperomia ‘Quito’ like your favorite vintage leather jacket — stylish, forgiving, and super low-maintenance. Rotate it every couple of weeks to keep the color evenly lit, and resist the urge to overwater. This beauty likes its soil like a sponge cake: light, airy, and just barely moist every now and then. Keep it cozy, and it’ll keep fleurishing.