Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Buy 4 plants, get 1 free
Piperaceae
Peperomia 'Brasilia'
- Curated selection:
Every plant is hand‑picked for health and visual appeal, so you receive a strong, well‑established plant.
- Representative photos:
Product images show a typical plant of this variety. Natural differences in leaf number, shape or variegation are normal, your plant will still match in type and quality.
- Size details:
Listed sizes refer to pot diameter (cm) and approximate overall height (cm) from the base of the pot to the tallest leaf or stem.
- “Get What You See” items:
If you are buying the exact plant shown in the photos, this is clearly stated in the size section.
- Individual photos:
One‑off photos are only provided when this is explicitly mentioned in the size section. - For special traits or small quirks, please check the full product description.
VAT included · plus
Your new plant has just travelled a long way and needs a calm start in its new home. For step-by-step unboxing and first-week care, check our after-delivery care guide. For deeper tips on how your plant settles in over the next weeks, read our houseplant acclimatization guide.
- Care basics , Main hub with links to all houseplant care guides.
- After delivery & first week , Unpacking, first placement, and early recovery.
- Light, How much light houseplants really need indoors.
- Watering , When to water and how to avoid root rot.
- Substrates & roots, Potting mixes and drainage for strong root systems.
- Humidity, When humidity matters and what actually helps.
- Fertilizing, Simple feeding routine without burning roots.
- Problems & pests, Yellow leaves, brown tips, bugs, and fixes that work.
- Semi-hydro, How to run low-maintenance mineral substrates.
Secure shipping, carefully packed orders with safe delivery across the EU, UK and Switzerland.
28-day plant guarantee, if a plant arrives damaged or fails soon after delivery, we help you make it right.
Free returns, simple, cost-free returns according to our policy.
For full details, please see:
Please head to our FAQ Page or Contact us.
Peperomia 'Brasilia'
Quick Care Guide
Watering
Water when ~50–70% dry
Substrate
Airy • Fast-draining • Mineral-leaning • Fine-medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–30 °C • Avoid below: 10 °C
Humidity
Normal 40–50 %
Growth habit
Trailing herbaceous perennial.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 16 cm • Max. spread: 35 cm
Toxicity & safety
Non-toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Peperomia caperata; species native to southeastern Brazil
Outdoor growing
Outside from 15 °C · sheltered spot
How to read these values
These care values are quick reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a guide, then adjust for pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the substrate dries.
For more detail, read the full product description or visit our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level and approximate lux at leaf level.
- Watering: “% dry” shows how far the substrate should dry before watering again.
- Substrate: structure, drainage, moisture retention, base material and particle size.
- Temperature: “Ideal” shows the preferred range; “Avoid below” marks the cold-stress threshold.
- Humidity: target range; steady conditions usually matter more than exact numbers.
- Growth habit: how the plant grows, such as upright, climbing, trailing, clumping or rosette-forming.
- Support: whether a stake, pole or trellis is needed, optional or unnecessary.
- Growth speed: expected pace under suitable indoor conditions; use as a guide, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term indoor size under good conditions.
- Toxicity & safety: irritation, toxicity or physical hazards such as spines or bristles.
- Origin & habitat: native range, hybrid background or typical habitat where relevant.
- Outdoor growing: when a potted indoor plant can be placed outside and what outdoor protection it needs.
Peperomia caperata 'Brasilia' – ripple peperomia with purple and red tones
Peperomia caperata 'Brasilia' is a recent cultivar introduced in 2019 by breeder Per Siggaard Christensen for Tingdal. Created from a cross between P. caperata ‘Teresa’ and Peperomia ‘Eden Rosso’, this hybrid combines compact growth with striking foliage. The heart-shaped leaves show a metallic grey-purple surface above and a rich red underside, making it one of the most vibrant ripple peperomias available.
Growth and features of Peperomia caperata 'Brasilia'
This cultivar forms a neat mound with short stems and abundant foliage, usually staying under 15 cm tall. The deeply ridged, bullate leaves create strong texture, while the dual coloration ensures visual impact from every angle. Small yellow-white flower spikes may appear throughout the year, adding subtle contrast to the foliage.
Breeding and background
'Brasilia' was developed in 2019 by Danish breeder Per Siggaard Christensen. Its parentage – the cultivar ‘Teresa’ and Peperomia ‘Eden Rosso’ – gave it a unique combination of traits: compact habit, glossy purple-silver upper leaf surface, and the red undersides inherited from ‘Eden Rosso’. Marketed through Tingdal, it quickly gained popularity in the ornamental plant trade.
Care guide for Peperomia caperata 'Brasilia'
- Light: Bright, indirect light keeps colors vivid; tolerates medium light.
- Watering: Let the top 2 cm of soil dry before watering. Sensitive to waterlogging.
- Humidity: Average indoor humidity (40 – 60%) is sufficient; thrives with slightly higher levels.
- Temperature: Maintain between 18 – 26 °C; avoid exposure below 15 °C.
- Soil: Use a loose, well-draining substrate with mineral content; adapts to semi-hydro substrates.
- Feeding: Fertilize every 4 – 6 weeks with diluted, balanced fertilizer.
Common problems with Peperomia caperata 'Brasilia'
Excess moisture can lead to root or stem rot. In too little light, leaf color fades to dull green. Crispy edges or wrinkling usually indicate underwatering or very dry air.
Extra notes for growers
With its compact form and bold two-tone leaves, 'Brasilia' is well suited for desktops, shelves, or terrariums. Its red undersides are best appreciated when displayed slightly above eye level. Repot only every 2 – 3 years, as it prefers snug pots.
Etymology of Peperomia caperata
The genus name Peperomia was established by Spanish botanists Hipólito Ruiz López and José Antonio Pavón Jiménez in 1794 after their expeditions in Peru and Chile. Derived from Greek peperi (“pepper”) and homoios (“resembling”), it highlights the plant’s relationship with black pepper (Piper nigrum). The epithet caperata means “wrinkled,” describing the ridged leaf surface.
Add Peperomia caperata 'Brasilia' to your collection
With its dual-colored foliage and compact growth, Peperomia caperata 'Brasilia' is a standout ripple peperomia for both beginners and collectors. Order now to enjoy this modern hybrid with bold character.
Plant names, growth habits, natural habitats and indoor care guidance are checked against trusted botanical, habitat and horticultural references before publication.View our plant care resources and references.
FAQs about Peperomia 'Brasilia'
Recently viewed:
Sign up for Foliage Factory newsletter for early access to new arrivals and practical care tips that work in real homes.