One of the very first plants I got years ago was a radiator plant, specifically a peperomia caperata 'Rosso'. I named it Pepper Ann, and it lived in the breakroom at work.
Despite the fact that peperomias are considered "easy" plants, Pepper Ann died a sad, sad death. A mixed of climate problems (thank you Arizona heat) and root rot claimed her. May she rest in peace.
I stayed away from all Radiator plants, not wanting to repeat the tragedy.
Well, about that...
About July, my San Marino plant started to go downhill. I tried repotting it in a smaller pot (because it was considerably smaller), and it seemed to do okay for a while. Then it got worse.
A couple of weeks ago I found this. Where are the roots? That's right, rot is claiming another victim.
I trimmed it back and tried to stick it in water to hopefully re-root. I really doubt it will make it at this point.
When I repotted it, I also took some healthy cuttings and started rooting them in water.
Roots started to pop out within a week, and they're are doing just fine. I'm not sure if I will pot them up or just keep growing them in water. I seem to have better luck growing Radiator plants hydroponically.
But there's is still one spark of hope.
So I may have lost the battle this time, but I am winning the war.
Wish me luck, and stay green.
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