Peperomia Prostrata - ‘String of Turtles’ - 4.5 Inch Hanging Basket

Ed's Plant Shop

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Description

A Unique Trailing Succulent for Indoor Spaces

Discovering the String of Turtles’ Distinctive Charm

The String of Turtles (Peperomia prostrata) is a captivating trailing succulent that gets its name from its small, round leaves that resemble tiny turtle shells. Known for its cascading vines and intricate leaf patterns, this plant is a popular choice for hanging baskets and terrariums, making it a unique and visually appealing addition to any indoor plant collection.


Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Peperomia Prostrata 
  • Pronunciation: pep-er-ROH-mee-uh
  • Common Name(s): Peperomia Prostrata, String of Turtles, Magic Marmer (Marble Vine)
  • Family: Piperaceae
  • Native Range: Brazil

String Of Turtles Care Guide

  • Care Level: Easy
  • Light: Prefers medium to bright indirect light
  • Water: Allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings
  • Humidity: Average household humidity levels are sufficient
  • Temperature: 65-85°F (18-29°C)
  • Pruning: Prune occasionally to remove any dead or brown leaves and to maintain the desired shape and size. Regular pruning can also encourage bushier growth.
  • Feeding: Feed monthly during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced, water-soluble houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength. 
  • Propagation: Easily propagated through stem or leaf cuttings. 
  • Growth: Trailing, vining growth habit. 
  • Common Pests: Mealybugs, spider mites, and aphids
  • Toxicity: Non-toxic to humans and pets

Fun Fact About the String of Turtles

A fun fact about the String of Turtles is that it can thrive in low light conditions, making it an excellent option for spaces without direct sunlight. Additionally, the intricate markings on its leaves often become more prominent as the plant matures, creating a mesmerizing pattern over time.

The Origin and History of the String of Turtles

Native to the Brazilian rainforests, the String of Turtles is a relatively recent addition to the world of indoor plants. Although it has been known in its natural habitat for centuries, it wasn’t until the late 20th century that Peperomia prostrata began to gain popularity as a houseplant. Its distinctive appearance and easy-going nature helped it quickly rise to fame among plant collectors and hobbyists alike, cementing its place as a sought-after tropical plant for indoor spaces.

Want More Info on Peperomia Prostrata - ‘String of Turtles’?

Discover expert tips on how to keep your new Peperomia Prostrata - ‘String of Turtles’ thriving by checking out our comprehensive Peperomia Care Guide, covering everything from watering to lighting for lush, healthy growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

How do you ship your plants?

We carefully package each plant with love by hand right from our shop in Brooklyn. Extra steps are taken to ensure that every leaf arrives in pristine shape by using polyfill and encapsulating the plant in a protective paper sleeve. The soil is also hydrated before shipping so that the plant has plenty of water for it's travel to your doorstep. We offer several shipping speeds, so please choose the one that you feel comfortable with depending on your location. 

Will my plant look like the one on the website?

Awesome question, we're glad you asked. Given the nature of our plant shop, we're constantly moving plants in and out of the shop, making it difficult and borderline impossible to keep an exact picture of each plant. In addition to the constantly rotating crop, we often grow in batches of 6, 12, or sometimes more! With this quantity we are unable to take a photo of each and every plant. The photos that we attach to each product listing is going to be of a plant that represents the average size and fullness of that set of plants. Some may be slightly larger or smaller, but in general, similar.

Do you include heat packs with your plants?

We offer Heat Packs for sale separately from the plants in 40, 60 and 72 hour increments. Please add a heat pack or two to your order if you live in an area where your order may be affected during transit by cold temperatures. We are not responsible for orders that are placed and damage is incurred to the plant if a heat pack is not purchased.

Which heat pack should I choose?

Heat packs come in three different increments, so please choose the appropriate hour increment depending on the speed of shipping that you choose during checkout. For example, if you choose a cheaper shipping option that will take longer, please select the 72 hour heat pack. If you've chosen a shorter method of shipping, the 40 or 60 hour increment would work! We like to encourage our customers to always get more than you need, just to be on the safe side!

How long will it take to receive my order?

Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days. Next day shipping is available on all domestic orders (for an additional charge). International shipping times depend on the products and destination (estimated at checkout).

Do you offer express shipping?

All orders are shipped 5-8 business days from the date it is placed. Please note that as a small plant shop, we do everything in our power to get orders out as fast as we can in the order that they come in. If you have circumstances that require expedited fulfillment, please connect with you and we can potentially offer options. 

What countries do you ship to?

We ship our selection of rare, healthy, and unique houseplants all across the United States including California. At this time, due to customs and agricultural limitations, we are unable to ship plants internationally from the United States.

Returns and Refunds

How do I return a product?

Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

How long will it take to receive my refund?

Refunds are processed within 7 days from when we receive the item(s).

What should I do if my plant arrives in poor shape? 

In the extremely unlikely event that your plant arrives in less than perfect condition, you're covered by our 15-day plant health guarantee. Simply snap a photo of your plant and send it over to us. We'll happily take a peek and offer suggestions on how to perk it back up, offer a store credit, or send a replacement. We like to make it as easy as possible!

Can I return or exchange a plant?

At this time, we do not accept returns on plants. In extreme circumstances where a return of a plant is necessary, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and a refund will only be issued if the plant arrives back to us in living condition.