Which Peperomia variety to choose?

The Peperomia genus offers a great diversity of shapes, colors, and textures. Here is how the Peperomia Napoli Nights stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Peperomia Napoli Nights (this plant): dark green almost black foliage, compact, elegant habit (15 cm). Sophisticated dark version.
• Peperomia caperata 'Rosso': dark green and burgundy wrinkled foliage, spectacular texture, compact habit (15 cm). Textured burgundy version.
• Peperomia Rana Verde: bright shiny green foliage, compact fleshy leaves, compact habit (15 cm). Bright green version.
• Peperomia Rouge 'Red Canyon': spectacular bright red foliage, uniform intense color, compact habit (25 cm). Bright red version.
• Peperomia Burning Bush: fiery red and green foliage, spectacular bicolor colors, compact habit (25 cm). Bright red and green version.
• Peperomia sarcophylla: thick and fleshy silver-green foliage, spectacular pronounced veins, upright habit (25 cm). Graphic silver version.
• Peperomia Raindrop: water drop-shaped shiny green foliage, compact upright habit. Graphic upright version.
• Peperomia Rotundifolia: bright green shiny round foliage, elegant trailing stems. Classic trailing version.
• Peperomia Hope: soft green round foliage, trailing stems, compact and bushy habit (15 cm). Compact trailing version.

Why choose the Peperomia Napoli Nights? If you are looking for a Peperomia with dark green almost black foliage that adds a touch of sophistication and mystery, the Napoli Nights is the perfect choice. It is the darkest and most elegant variety.

Exposure & location

The Peperomia Napoli Nights perfectly tolerates low light, making it an ideal plant for dim spaces. It enjoys indirect light but adapts remarkably well to shade.

• Exposure: low light, indirect light, tolerates shade, avoid direct sunlight.
• Ideal: desk, shelf, small spaces, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, or room away from windows.
• Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate: light, rich, and well-draining, universal potting soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: the Peperomia Napoli Nights is perfect for small spaces and desks — its compact size (15 cm) and tolerance to low light make it the ideal plant for tight spaces.

Watering & care

• Watering: low; let the substrate dry deeply between waterings.
• Frequency: about once every 2 weeks in spring-summer, reduce to once a month in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: enjoys 50-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
• Fertilizer: once every 6-8 weeks in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
• Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their dark shine.

Peperomia prefers to be slightly underwatered rather than overwatered — avoid excess water that causes stems and roots to rot.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its dark green almost black foliage and sophisticated elegance, the Peperomia Napoli Nights brings a touch of mystery and refinement to your urban jungle. It creates a dark and contemporary focal point.

• To pair with: Fittonia, Pilea, Sansevieria, Zamioculcas, or other small compact plants to create a miniature urban jungle on a desk or shelf.
• Ideal pot: matte ceramic decorative pot (white, light gray, terracotta) or mini woven basket to create a contrast with the dark foliage.
• Atmosphere: perfect as an accent plant on a desk, shelf, windowsill, bedroom, or small space to add a touch of sophistication.

The dark green almost black foliage creates a sophisticated and mysterious effect that brings refinement and contemporary elegance to your plant decor.

Verdeia Tips

• Water sparingly: Peperomia stores water in its fleshy leaves and prefers to be slightly underwatered.
• Avoid excess water: the main cause of death is stem and root rot.
• Perfectly tolerates low light: ideal for dark spaces and small offices.
• Regularly wipe the leaves: to preserve their dark shine and improve photosynthesis.
• Enjoy its compact size: the Peperomia Napoli Nights is perfect for small spaces and offices.

A true tropical gem, the Peperomia Napoli Nights captivates with its dark green almost black foliage and sophisticated elegance. An ideal plant to bring mystery and refinement to small spaces.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Peperomia 'Napoli Nights'
• Common name: Peperomia Napoli Nights
• Family: Piperaceae
• Origin: tropical forests of Central and South America
• Dimensions at delivery: Ø11 × H15 cm
• Adult size: up to 20–25 cm indoors
• Exposure: low light, indirect light, tolerates shade, avoid direct sunlight
• Watering: low, allow to dry deeply between waterings
• Care: very easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity to animals: non-toxic
• Decorative style: Compact / Sophisticated / Contemporary
• Particularity: dark green foliage almost black, sophisticated elegance, tolerates low light, air-purifying plant, very easy to care for, non-toxic to animals, slow growth, compact size perfect for small spaces

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the dark green color and the density of the foliage naturally vary according to growing conditions and the age of the plant.