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product_id: 553055560
title: "Peperomia prostrata 'String of Turtles' - Tender Perennial - Trailing Houseplant with Cascading Red Stems - Easy to Care - 1x 6cm Potted Plant by Thompson and Morgan (1x 6cm)"
brand: "thompson & morgan"
price: "¥11042"
currency: JPY
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Thompson & Morgan"
url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/553055560-peperomia-prostrata-string-of-turtles-tender-perennial-trailing-houseplant-cascading
store_origin: JP
region: Japan
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# Dense trailing stems for lush cascades Variegated tortoiseshell-patterned leaves Striking cascading red stems Peperomia prostrata 'String of Turtles' - Tender Perennial - Trailing Houseplant with Cascading Red Stems - Easy to Care - 1x 6cm Potted Plant by Thompson and Morgan (1x 6cm)

**Brand:** thompson & morgan
**Price:** ¥11042
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Elevate your workspace with nature’s chic cascade!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Peperomia prostrata 'String of Turtles' - Tender Perennial - Trailing Houseplant with Cascading Red Stems - Easy to Care - 1x 6cm Potted Plant by Thompson and Morgan (1x 6cm) by thompson & morgan
- **How much does it cost?** ¥11042 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/553055560-peperomia-prostrata-string-of-turtles-tender-perennial-trailing-houseplant-cascading)

## Best For

- thompson & morgan enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted thompson & morgan brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless Elegance:** Low-maintenance and thrives in bright, indirect light—ideal for busy professionals who want beauty without the fuss.
- • **Lush Cascading Growth:** Develops thick, trailing stems that create a natural green curtain—perfect for modern, stylish interiors.
- • **Versatile Indoor Charm:** Perfect for cool rooms or conservatories, adding a splash of nature’s artistry to your curated environment.
- • **Compact & Ready to Grow:** Supplied in a convenient 6cm nursery pot, ready to trail and transform your space with minimal setup.
- • **Iconic Tortoiseshell Foliage:** Unique button-like leaves with captivating variegation that instantly elevate any indoor space.

## Overview

The Peperomia prostrata 'String of Turtles' is a tender perennial houseplant featuring distinctive tortoiseshell-patterned button leaves and vibrant red trailing stems. Supplied in a 6cm pot, it thrives indoors in bright, indirect light and requires minimal care, making it a perfect, stylish addition for millennial professionals seeking effortless greenery that transforms any room into a serene, lush oasis.

## Description

Transform your indoor space into a mesmerizing oasis with the Peperomia prostrata, lovingly referred to as String of Turtles. This exquisite plant boasts variegated button-like leaves, intricately patterned with a tortoiseshell-like design that ranges from deep green to captivating maroon hues. Its cascading red stems add a delicate touch, enhancing the plant's beauty and elegance. As it grows, the String of Turtles forms a lush mass of trailing stems, creating an enchanting visual spectacle that will captivate all who lay eyes upon it. Not only is the String of Turtles a sight to behold, but it also offers a hassle-free and low-maintenance gardening experience. With its easy-going nature, this plant thrives in bright, indirect light, making it perfect for cool rooms or conservatories.With minimal effort, you'll witness the String of Turtles flourish and grow into a dense curtain of trailing stems, turning any space into a picturesque haven. With its captivating appearance and simplicity of care, the Peperomia prostrata (String of Turtles) is an ideal choice for plant enthusiasts of all levels.Supplied as 1 x 6cm Nursery PotHow to GrowLight: Place the Peperomia prostrata in a bright location with indirect sunlight.Temperature: Maintain a temperature range between 15-24°C (59-75°F), avoiding extremeWatering: Water the plant regularly during the spring and autumn seasons, allowing the top couple of inches of soil to dry out between waterings.Feeding: Feed the plant regularly between March and September, following the instructions on a suitable fertilizer for houseplants.Humidity: Provide average to high humidity levels for optimal growth. Mist the leaves occasionally or place a tray filled with water and pebbles nearby to increase humidity.Images shown are for guidance only.

Review: Small - Lovely plant will grow well.
Review: Disappointing - Disappointed with this plant The pot and plant are tiny and it arrived in a very sorry state. Nothing like the picture. Lots of the strings of leaves fell out of the pot as it was unpacked leaving it looking quite unwell. Hopefully it will recover It’s not worth the price

## Features

- Variegated button-like leaves in a tortoiseshell-like pattern.
- Cascading red stems for a beautiful, delicate appearance.
- Grows into a thick mass of trailing stems, creating an attractive trailing effect.
- Suitable for indoor spaces such as cool rooms or conservatories.
- Low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for.
- Supplied as 1 x 6cm Nursery Pot - Decorative pots are not supplied.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CF9WJ5TZ |
| Best Sellers Rank | 18,859 in Garden ( See Top 100 in Garden ) 123 in Indoor Plants |
| Brand | Thompson & Morgan |
| Brand Name | Thompson & Morgan |
| Colour | Red |
| Country Of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Customer Reviews | 3.0 out of 5 stars 95 Reviews |
| Expected blooming period | Spring, Spring to Summer |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Indoor/Outdoor usage | Indoor |
| Manufacturer | T&M |
| Moisture Needs | Regular Watering |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Product Care Instructions | Indirect Sunlight |
| Sunlight Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Sunlight exposure | Partial Sun |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Unit count | 1.0 count |
| expected blooming period | Spring, Spring to Summer |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Thompson & Morgan
- **Colour:** Red
- **Expected blooming period:** Spring, Spring to Summer
- **Indoor/Outdoor usage:** Indoor
- **Moisture needs:** Regular Watering
- **Number of pieces:** 1
- **Product care instructions:** Indirect Sunlight
- **Sunlight exposure:** Partial Sun
- **Unit count:** 1.0 count

## Images

![Peperomia prostrata 'String of Turtles' - Tender Perennial - Trailing Houseplant with Cascading Red Stems - Easy to Care - 1x 6cm Potted Plant by Thompson and Morgan (1x 6cm) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51SCoSM34uL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Small
*by A***A on 13 December 2024*

Lovely plant will grow well.

### ⭐ Disappointing
*by H***N on 20 February 2026*

Disappointed with this plant The pot and plant are tiny and it arrived in a very sorry state. Nothing like the picture. Lots of the strings of leaves fell out of the pot as it was unpacked leaving it looking quite unwell. Hopefully it will recover It’s not worth the price

### ⭐⭐ Tiny , not worth the money
*by M***I on 26 August 2023*

Absolutely tiny, hardly any leaves so picture on the site pretty misleading. Wouldn't have bought it as for £9.99 Absolutely not worth it.

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*Last updated: 2026-11-10*