Sun: Filtered sun to partial shade
Water: Below average watering needs for a succulent
Temperature: Zone 9a from 20° F to 25° F (-6.7 ° C to -3.9° C) to Zone 10b from 35° F to 40° F (1.7° C to 4.4° C)
Winter Survival: Not cold hardy
Propagation: cuttings
Flower: in the summer and fall
Flower Type: Yellow-Orange
Toxic: Generally non-toxic to humans and animals
Dormant: winter
Space Requirement: Indoors
Common Problems: Plants may rot if overwatered, pests
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Basc Care for Peperomia Ferreyrae
Watering
What you need to remember is that this type of succulents needs to be watered for every 2 weeks
One simple tip for you is that you can use some online apps to check the soil status before you go water your succulents. I would recommend the ThePlantsCheck app, it has some nice features there.
Fertilizing
Only feed this succulent during its active growing seasons which means winter. Use the right fertilizer applied in the right amounts. Applying half-strength balanced fertilizer every month or so is recommended for optimal results.
Do not fertilize during winter as the plant is dormant.
Sun & Location Requirements for "Happy Bean, Pincushion Peperomia."
When caring for Peperomia Ferreyrae, it's essential to provide them with the right level of sunlight. Filtered sun or partial shade is best, as this will help keep their leaves vibrant and healthy. Make sure they don't get too much direct sun exposure!
When temperatures drop below freezing, it is important to take precautions to protect Peperomia Ferreyrae from the cold. Insulating and providing adequate drainage for the plant are key elements in helping it survive winter weather. Wind and sun exposure should also be minimized to prevent frost damage.
Any succulents in the group will only need minimal space to grow. You can place your pot at your table or window. Outdoors is also a nice idea to put your pot.
Peperomia Ferreyrae also benefits from some indirect light throughout the day as well, so make sure you give it enough space to soak up light without becoming too exposed to heat.
Propagation
One way to propagate Peperomia Ferreyrae is by cutting
Toxicity
Peperomia Ferreyrae is generally non-toxic to humans and animals. However, the plant may contain certain toxins which can cause mild skin irritation if it is ingested or comes in contact with skin. Therefore, it is important to keep the plant away from children and pets for safety reasons.
Pests and Diseases
Peperomia Ferreyrae can be affected common pests and diseases like most of the other succulents such as mealybugs.
If you do spot any of pest signs, you can treat your succulent using below methods.
- Mealybugs: quarantine, clean infected plants, soapy water.
Besides that, to prevent serious health issues from happening, keep your succulent in a well-ventilated area and check it regularly for any signs of pests or health problems.
