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String of Turtles | 5" Hanging Basket

$35.00

Scientific Name: Peperomia prostrata

Common Name: String of Turtles

Origin: Brazil (South America)

Toxicity: Non-toxic

Plant Profile

  • Slow-growing, trailing plant with small, round leaves patterned like turtle shells.

  • Prefers moderate to high humidity—great for terrariums or humid indoor spaces.

  • Thrives in bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun which can scorch the leaves.

  • Likes a well-draining, chunky potting mix—keep soil dry

  • Ideal for small hanging pots or as a cascading accent in mixed arrangements.

Scientific Name: Peperomia prostrata

Common Name: String of Turtles

Origin: Brazil (South America)

Toxicity: Non-toxic

Plant Profile

  • Slow-growing, trailing plant with small, round leaves patterned like turtle shells.

  • Prefers moderate to high humidity—great for terrariums or humid indoor spaces.

  • Thrives in bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun which can scorch the leaves.

  • Likes a well-draining, chunky potting mix—keep soil dry

  • Ideal for small hanging pots or as a cascading accent in mixed arrangements.

  • We ship Monday-Thursday to avoid any delays in transit. If you need the plant to be shipped on a specific day, please email us and we will be happy to do so. Heat packs are available in our store and are recommended if your temperature is below 55 degrees. Products are only shipped to the contiguous United States. Read more on our FAQ Page.

  • We want our customers as well as our plants to be happy! We do issue full/partial returns with conditions. Please check out our return policy here to read more about it!

  • Please make sure you have read and understood the terms and conditions before buying a live plant. We take great pride in ensuring the plant is thriving and ready to go before being sent out! Click here to refer to our policy.

All photos are an indication of the plant you will receive. Plants will vary slightly in variations of color and conditions. Plants will be sent in their original nursery pot.

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Our plants include detailed care instructions to keep your plant happy and thriving!