Peperomia rosso, native to Brazil, Central, and South America, is a plant closely related to true black pepper. It belongs to the Piperaceae family, along with pepper plants and 3600 other species.

The name “Peperomia” is derived from a combination of two Greek words, peperi and homios which

altogether means “pepper-like.”

This mixed breed of Peperomia Marmorata and Peperomia Metallica is famous for its ability to grow in different temperatures and humid levels. Its small size, combined with its beautiful combination of dark green and red leaves, makes it a lovely sight to behold.

the Peperomia rosso is a definite treat for anyone with a green thumb and a love for tropical plants.

Watermelon peperomia is an evergreen tropical perennial related to pepper plants. The botanical name of watermelon peperomia contains the word ‘argyreia’ which literally means “silvery”— referring to the stripy markings on its oval green leaves and ‘watermelon’ in its common name because its fleshy leaves resemble the rind of a watermelon.

Because of its leaf shape, peperomia watermelon also has the common name watermelon begonia. The term radiator plants come from the fact that the small, compact houseplants love warm air and plenty of indirect sunlight. However, native to tropical and sub-tropical climates, peperomias—including watermelon peperomia—thrive in humid conditions.