Light
Bright indirect β’ β 10β20k lux β’ Grow light target: DLI 6β12
Piperaceae
Peperomia metallica 'Colombiana'
VAT included Β· plus
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| Belgium | β¬ 8.95 | β¬ 100 | 1β2 working days |
| Bulgaria | β¬ 21.95 | β¬ 300 | 5β7 working days |
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- Curated selection:
Every plant is handβpicked for health and visual appeal, so you receive a strong, wellβestablished plant.
- Representative photos:
Product images show a typical plant of this variety. Natural differences in leaf number, shape or variegation are normal β 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.
- βGet What You Seeβ items:
If you are buying the exact plant shown in the photos, this is clearly stated in the size section.
- Individual photos:
Oneβoff 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.
Secure shipping β carefully packed orders with safe delivery across the EU, UK and Switzerland.
28-day plant guarantee β if a plant arrives damaged or fails soon after delivery, we help you make it right.
Free returns β simple, cost-free returns according to our policy.
For full details, please see:
Peperomia metallica 'Colombiana'Quick Care Guide
Watering
Water when ~50β70% dry
Potting mix
Fine but airy β’ Moisture-buffered β’ Balanced β’ Fine
Temperature
Ideal: 18β30 Β°C β’ Avoid below: 10 Β°C
Growth habit
compact herb
Support
none
Growth speed
Fast
Max size indoors
Max. trail length: 25 cm β’ Max. spread: 25 cm
Toxicity & safety
Non-toxic & Pet Friendly
Origin & habitat
Peru; wet tropical biome
How to read these metrics
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level + approximate lux at leaf level; DLI is the daily light βdoseβ for grow lights.
- Watering: β% dryβ is the trigger before watering again; lower % stays more evenly moist.
- Potting mix: one-line profile (structure/drainage β’ moisture buffer β’ base β’ particle size).
- Temperature: βIdealβ comfort range; βAvoid belowβ marks higher stress risk.
- Humidity: target bands (Normal/Moist/Humid); consistency usually matters most.
- Growth habit: growth form (rosette, trailing, climbing) for placement and training.
- Support: needed/optional/none β whether stake, pole, or trellis improves structure and size.
- Growth speed: fast/average/slow under decent indoor conditionsβexpectations, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term potential; format differs for climbers vs. trailers.
- Toxicity & safety: chemical irritants/toxicity and physical hazards (spines, bristles).
- Origin & habitat: native region + typical biome/habitat as context.
Peperomia metallica 'Colombiana' β Velvet Mystery with a Metallic Edge
Peperomia metallica 'Colombiana' is as mysterious as it is striking. Although widely sold under this name, thereβs no confirmed match between this plant and the officially described species Peperomia metallica L.Linden and Rodigas, published in Ill. Hort. 39: 126 (1892). Nor is 'Colombiana' a formally recognized cultivar. That makes it a collector's enigma β a velvet-leaf, red-backed beauty that may represent an unverified species or hybrid. For comparison, you can explore the original species records on GBIF.
What Makes 'Colombiana' So Unique?
- Deep maroon leaves with a metallic satin finish and red undersides
- Soft, velvety texture on compact, trailing stems
- Ideal for terrariums or humidity-loving setups
- Extremely slow-growing β stays under 20 cm tall and 25 cm wide
Botanical Context β What We Know So Far
This plant is likely native to humid montane forests in Colombia or nearby regions, adapted to filtered light, high humidity, and loose, organic soils. Though labeled as Peperomia metallica, its foliage differs in several ways from type herbarium specimens. It may represent a horticultural selection, misidentification, or even a yet-unnamed species.
How to Care for Peperomia 'Colombiana'
- Light: Bright, indirect light is best β avoid harsh direct sun
- Placement: A humid, stable environment away from cold drafts
- Watering: Allow the top layer to dry before watering; keep soil lightly moist, never soggy
- Humidity: Prefers 50 β 70%; avoid misting, use trays or terrarium setups instead
- Temperature: Thrives between 18 β 24β―Β°C year-round
- Soil: Loose, airy mix with perlite, orchid bark, and compost β ideal for shallow roots
- Fertilizing: Use diluted liquid fertilizer monthly β no need to adjust by season
- Repotting: Rarely needed; repot only when rootbound
- Propagation: Easy via leaf or stem cuttings in moist soil or moss
- Semi-Hydro: Adapts to LECA if kept warm and humid
- Pruning: Optional β trim runners to maintain shape
Common Issues and Solutions
- Fungus gnats: Let the top layer dry out and increase drainage
- Root rot: Caused by compact or water-retentive soil β repot in airy mix
- Spider mites: Can occur in dry air β raise humidity and treat with neem or soap
- Limp or yellowing leaves: Often due to inconsistent watering or cold exposure
Extra Notes for Collectors
If you love plant mysteries, this one delivers. Despite the naming confusion, 'Colombiana' thrives in high humidity and steady warmth β treat it like a delicate rainforest understory species. Its foliage pairs beautifully with other velvet-leaf plants like Peperomia caperata or Anthuriums.
Etymology and Taxonomic Note
The genus name Peperomia comes from the Greek "peperi" (pepper) and "homoios" (similar), due to its relation to true pepper plants (Piper). The species name metallica refers to the metallic sheen described by L.Linden and Rodigas in 1892 β but whether this plant matches that species remains unresolved.
'Colombiana' FAQs
- Is this really Peperomia metallica? Probably not β the name is widely used in the trade, but no herbarium match has confirmed it. See scans at GBIF.
- Is it good for terrariums? Absolutely. Its compact size and love of humidity make it ideal for closed or semi-enclosed setups.
- Is it toxic to pets? No β like all confirmed Peperomia species, it is non-toxic to cats, dogs, and humans.
Add the elusive Peperomia metallica 'Colombiana' to your collection today β a truly captivating foliage plant, only at Foliage Factory.
Plant Care Basics:
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 β Main hub with links to all houseplant care guides.
- After delivery & first week β Unpacking, first placement, and early recovery.
- Light β How much light houseplants really need indoors.
- Watering β When to water and how to avoid root rot.
- Substrates & roots β Potting mixes and drainage for strong root systems.
- Humidity β When humidity matters and what actually helps.
- Fertilizing β Simple feeding routine without burning roots.
- Problems & pests β Yellow leaves, brown tips, bugs, and fixes that work.
- Semi-hydro β How to run low-maintenance mineral substrates.
Peperomia metallica 'Colombiana'
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Peperomia metallica 'Colombiana'
Sale priceβ¬7,00
Piperaceae
VAT included Β· plus
- Curated selection:
Every plant is handβpicked for health and visual appeal, so you receive a strong, wellβestablished plant.
- Representative photos:
Product images show a typical plant of this variety. Natural differences in leaf number, shape or variegation are normal β 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.
- βGet What You Seeβ items:
If you are buying the exact plant shown in the photos, this is clearly stated in the size section.
- Individual photos:
Oneβoff 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.
Secure shipping β carefully packed orders with safe delivery across the EU, UK and Switzerland.
28-day plant guarantee β if a plant arrives damaged or fails soon after delivery, we help you make it right.
Free returns β simple, cost-free returns according to our policy.
For full details, please see:
Peperomia metallica 'Colombiana'Quick Care Guide
Light
Bright indirect β’ β 10β20k lux β’ Grow light target: DLI 6β12
Watering
Water when ~50β70% dry
Potting mix
Fine but airy β’ Moisture-buffered β’ Balanced β’ Fine
Temperature
Ideal: 18β30 Β°C β’ Avoid below: 10 Β°C
Growth habit
compact herb
Support
none
Growth speed
Fast
Max size indoors
Max. trail length: 25 cm β’ Max. spread: 25 cm
Toxicity & safety
Non-toxic & Pet Friendly
Origin & habitat
Peru; wet tropical biome
How to read these metrics
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level + approximate lux at leaf level; DLI is the daily light βdoseβ for grow lights.
- Watering: β% dryβ is the trigger before watering again; lower % stays more evenly moist.
- Potting mix: one-line profile (structure/drainage β’ moisture buffer β’ base β’ particle size).
- Temperature: βIdealβ comfort range; βAvoid belowβ marks higher stress risk.
- Humidity: target bands (Normal/Moist/Humid); consistency usually matters most.
- Growth habit: growth form (rosette, trailing, climbing) for placement and training.
- Support: needed/optional/none β whether stake, pole, or trellis improves structure and size.
- Growth speed: fast/average/slow under decent indoor conditionsβexpectations, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term potential; format differs for climbers vs. trailers.
- Toxicity & safety: chemical irritants/toxicity and physical hazards (spines, bristles).
- Origin & habitat: native region + typical biome/habitat as context.
