About the Peperomia Obtusifolia Bring a little glossy green charm to your home with Peperomia obtusifolia. Its broad, rounded leaves and sturdy stems create a bold leafy accent, with smooth foliage that catches the light beautifully. We're a little obsessed, and it's easy to see why! This slow-growing, pet-friendly indoor plant makes a lovely addition to your plant collection. Give it bright to medium indirect light and enjoy its rich green leaves up close, with a care routine that allows the top of the soil to dry between waterings. Plant care Light: Bright to medium indirect light. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves. Lower light is tolerated but can result in smaller leaves and leggier growth. Water: Allow the top couple of inches of soil to dry out between waterings, then water thoroughly and let the plant drain fully. Do not leave it sitting in water for more than an hour, as this can cause root rot. Difficulty: Moderate. Air purifying: Known to remove formaldehyde from the air. Toxicity: Non-toxic and pet-friendly. Growth rate: Slow growing. Origin: Tropical South America. Product may vary slightly from the image displayed. Please contact Scrim's Florist directly with any questions at 613-232-1733