Vining Peperomia

Peperomia serpens is a semi-succulent, trailing perennial plant native to Central and South America. It features bright green, glossy, heart-shaped leaves resembling Pothos foliage and thick, light pink stems. The plant grows 1-2 feet long and up to 6 inches tall, with a trailing habit ideal for hanging baskets or terrariums. It produces spikes of white or greenish flowers during summer, which can bloom indoors, adding decorative appeal. Taxonomically complex, its name has been historically misapplied to Peperomia dimota and Peperomia subrotundifolia, and it is often confused with Peperomia nitida and Peperomia scandens due to similar growth patterns. The Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit for 'Peperomia scandens' adds to the confusion, as it remains unclear whether this recognition applies to P. serpens or P. nitida.