Dwarf pepper is not only a very easy-care ornamental plant, it is also not poisonous. This is why the ornamental plant is often grown in apartments where reptiles are at home. They really like the non-toxic leaves. Dwarf pepper is well suited for planting in terrariums.
Is dwarf pepper poisonous to animals?
Dwarf pepper (Peperomia) is a non-toxic ornamental plant and is therefore ideal for households with children and animals. Reptile keepers particularly value the plant because its leaves are edible for reptiles and can be used for planting in terrariums.
Dwarf pepper is not poisonous, but is even suitable for feeding
Dwarf pepper or peperomia can be safely kept in the house, even if children and animals are part of the household. The plant is not poisonous. On the contrary: the leaves of the dwarf pepper are edible for reptiles.
Friends of reptile keeping like to look after the pretty houseplant in order to be able to offer their animal companions additional food.
Since it is not difficult to care for and the plant is not poisonous, dwarf pepper is also very suitable for planting in terrariums.
Tip
Dwarf peppers come in very different types. The leaves can be green or colorful depending on the variety.
