Troubleshooting
Creeping Coin Peperomia problems — and how to fix them
Creeping Coin Peperomia (Peperomia nummulariifolia) is generally low-drama, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Stem die-back from cold or drought
Thin stems are quick to wither when temperatures drop below 12°C or when the root ball dries out completely; keep away from cold draughts and never allow the mix to bone-dry.
Fungus gnats in damp compost
The lighter soil moisture required by this species still attracts fungus gnat larvae if watering is too frequent; allow the top centimetre of compost to dry before the next watering and use yellow sticky traps to catch adults.
Prevent creeping coin peperomia problems before they start
Most creeping coin peperomia issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Creeping Coin Peperomia problems — FAQ
Why is my creeping coin peperomia stem die-back from cold or drought?
Thin stems are quick to wither when temperatures drop below 12°C or when the root ball dries out completely; keep away from cold draughts and never allow the mix to bone-dry.
Why is my creeping coin peperomia fungus gnats in damp compost?
The lighter soil moisture required by this species still attracts fungus gnat larvae if watering is too frequent; allow the top centimetre of compost to dry before the next watering and use yellow sticky traps to catch adults.