The cultivation method of Peperomia ferreyrae
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Peperomia ferreyrae, also known as the Knife Leaf Pepper Plant, Happy Bean, or Happy Pea, is native to Peru and belongs to the Pepper Family, genus Peperomia.
Peperomia ferreyrae is a perennial evergreen succulent herbaceous plant with a矮小的 (dwarf) stature, 5-8 cm tall, with the whole plant being succulent. The leaves are thick, fleshy, and knife-shaped, opposite or alternate, with short petioles, the edges of the leaves slightly curling up, forming a shallow groove in the middle of the leaf surface, and the back is ridged, making the leaves look like a long, large (K-D) knife. The leaf surface is glossy and slightly transparent. The inflorescence is club-shaped and green, blooming in late spring and early summer.
Peperomia ferreyrae requires a sunny, cool, and dry environment, is tolerant of semi-shade, afraid of waterlogging, and dislikes humid heat. It has the habit of growing in cool seasons, and dormant in high summer temperatures and low winter temperatures. From September to December and from March to July are the growing seasons for the plant (the growing period varies depending on the environment of the plant enthusiasts). If there is insufficient light, the plant tends to grow tall, with a long distance between leaves, making the plant loose and the stems weak. Plants grown in full sun have a compact, stocky shape, with leaves closely arranged, and Peperomia ferreyrae grows relatively quickly.
The author's Peperomia ferreyrae is kept in a sunlit greenhouse. During the growing period, the soil should be kept slightly moist and avoid积水. The soil used is a mix of coal slag, peat, and a small amount of perlite, in a ratio of about 6:3:1. Peperomia ferreyrae can tolerate temperatures just below freezing when the potting soil is dry, which is the indoor temperature, not outdoor.
Watering is almost stopped during the entire winter, and watering should be gradually reduced below 5 degrees Celsius. It is best to maintain temperatures above 0 degrees in winter, as too low temperatures can cause the plant to freeze and die. It is very frost-sensitive. When the temperature exceeds 35°C in summer, the plant's growth basically stops. During this time, watering should be reduced to prevent root rot from overly moist soil. Increase ventilation, provide appropriate shading, and avoid direct sunlight. This is the basic care throughout the summer. It is worth mentioning that during the summer, the author does not completely stop watering but gives a small amount of water to prevent the old leaves from drying out and falling off. Watering is done near the edge of the pot, about twice a month, between 7-9 pm, when the sun has already set, thus not affecting the plant's roots.
During cultivation, avoid prolonged rain exposure, as it can cause stem rot. Peperomia ferreyrae grows relatively quickly, and it is enough to repot every 2-4 years, preferably before the first watering in early spring.
Peperomia ferreyrae does not grow too large and tends to branch easily. Propagation can be done by cutting the top and dividing the plant. Stem cutting is simple; take a healthy old stem, let it dry, and plant it in slightly moist sandy soil. In a shady, well-ventilated place, roots will generally grow in more than 20 days. Avoid frequent watering during propagation to prevent stem rot. Cutting should be done in spring and autumn.
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