Peperomia rotundifolia

Trailing Jade, Creeping buttons, Jade Necklace

Easy careEpiphyteNon-toxic5–10 cm

A delicate trailing plant with small, round, slightly succulent leaves spaced along thin stems. In the wild it grows as an epiphyte, clinging to branches and bark in tropical forests. It can tolerate moderate humidity, which makes it a good fit for both open and closed terrariums.

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Care

Prefers medium humidity, bright indirect light, with 16–26 °C, and reaches 10 cm at maturity.

Light

Bright indirect(preferred)Indirect light

Humidity

Medium (40–60%)(preferred)High (60–80%)

Temperature

10°C25°C40°C
16°C – 26°C

Soil

Peat moss(preferred)Well draining

Moisture

Moist(preferred)

Soil pH

6 – 6.5

Propagation

No description available.

Native range

Native to Northern South America, Mexico, Central America, Caribbean, and Brazil.

Appearance

Growth habit

Trailing

Leaf shape

Round

Leaf texture

Succulent

Frequently asked

Can Trailing Jade grow in a closed terrarium?

Trailing Jade prefers medium (40–60%) humidity, which is below the level a closed terrarium typically maintains. It is better suited to an open terrarium or houseplant setup.

Does Trailing Jade need drainage?

Trailing Jade prefers a moist substrate. Drainage is helpful but not critical; consistent moisture matters more.

What humidity does Trailing Jade need?

Trailing Jade does best in medium (40–60%) humidity.

Is Trailing Jade pet-safe?

Trailing Jade is considered non-toxic to common household pets.

How tall does Trailing Jade grow?

Trailing Jade typically reaches 5–10 cm at maturity.

How do you propagate Trailing Jade?

Trailing Jade can be propagated by stem cuttings.

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