About the Peperomia Obtusifolia Variegata Variegated Obtusifolia Peperomia brings a cheerful splash of contrast to your space with thick, glossy leaves patterned in green and creamy yellow. Its rounded foliage makes a lovely accent on a desk or shelf, where you can enjoy the different markings on each leaf. Slow growing and pet-friendly, this peperomia is a charming choice for an indoor plant collection. There's a little pep in our step when thinking about peperomia plants! What's not to love about them?! Light: Bright to medium indirect light. They should not be exposed to prolonged periods of direct sunlight as their leaves are prone to burning. While they can survive in lower light conditions, their leaves will be smaller and the growth will be more leggy. Water: Allow the top couple inches of soil to dry out between watering and then water thoroughly. After watering, make sure the plant drains fully. Do not allow the plant to sit in water for more than an hour as this will cause root rot. Difficulty: Moderate Air Purifying: Yes, known to remove formaldehyde from the air. Toxicity: Non-toxic, pet-friendly. Growth Rate: Slow growing. Origin: Tropical South America Products may not look as shown, please call the shop directly with any questions @ 613-232-1733