SPECIMEN NO. #34 🟢 PET SAFE Family: Piperaceae

Peperomia argyreia

Common Name: Watermelon Peperomia

Peperomia argyreia (Watermelon Peperomia) botanical field specimen photograph

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? NO (Safe)
Toxic to Cats? NO (Safe)
Clinical Symptoms:

Non-toxic. Safe for dogs and cats.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Medium to Bright
Minimum Light Requirement 1000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance 3500 Lux
Watering Frequency Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope 15°C – 28°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity 55% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 4189296
Native Biogeographical Range BR; Caquetá | Antioquia | Tolima | Santander; Cuenca río Prado: Veredas Alto Tor...
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