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snake plant with red edges Peperomia Red Edge - Live Plant in a 4 inch Pot - Peperomia Obtusifolia 'Red Edge'A Vibrant Pop of Color The Red Edge Peperomia (Peperomia obtusifolia) brings a cheerful touch to any space with its glossy green leaves bordered by deep red tones. Compact, hardy, and pet safe, this slow growing plant thrives on minimal careperfect for busy plant parents who still want a dash of color and personality in their collection. Key Features Bold Foliage: Glossy dark green leaves trimmed in vibrant red for year round color contrast. Water
A Vibrant Pop of Color
The Red Edge Peperomia (Peperomia obtusifolia) brings a cheerful touch to any space with its glossy green leaves bordered by deep red tones. Compact, hardy, and pet-safe, this slow-growing plant thrives on minimal care—perfect for busy plant parents who still want a dash of color and personality in their collection.
Key Features
- Bold Foliage: Glossy dark-green leaves trimmed in vibrant red for year-round color contrast.
- Water-Storing Leaves: Thick, succulent-like leaves retain moisture, reducing watering needs.
- Compact Habit: Ideal for desks, bookshelves, or grouped in decorative planters.
- Pet-Safe: Non-toxic to cats, dogs, and humans—great for homes with pets or kids.
Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Peperomia obtusifolia
- Common Names: Baby Rubber Plant, Pepper Face, Blunt-Leafed Peperomia, Red Edge Peperomia
- Family: Piperaceae
- Native Range: Southern Florida, Mexico, Northern South America, and the West Indies
Peperomia Red Edge Care Guide
- Care Level: Beginner-friendly and low-maintenance.
- Light: Bright, indirect light is best, but adapts to moderate or artificial office light. For deeper color, try a grow light setup.
- Water: Let the top inch of soil dry before watering. Avoid overwatering—this plant dislikes soggy roots.
- Humidity: Average home humidity is perfect.
- Temperature: Enjoys 55–85°F. Keep away from cold drafts.
- Pruning: Pinch back stems to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
- Feeding: Optional—use a balanced fertilizer during spring and summer.
- Propagation: Easy to propagate from leaf or stem cuttings in soil or water.
- Growth Habit: Upright, compact, and slow-growing—perfect for small spaces.
- Pests: Occasionally attracts mealybugs or spider mites; wipe leaves monthly to prevent buildup.
- Toxicity: Safe for pets and people.
Common Problems & Quick Fixes
- Soft or Droopy Leaves: Usually from overwatering—let soil dry out and check drainage.
- Pale or Dull Color: Insufficient light—move to a brighter spot or add a light source.
- Leaf Drop: Sudden temperature changes can stress Peperomia; keep away from cold windows and AC vents.
Fun Fact: A “Succulent” in Disguise
Although not a true succulent, the Red Edge Peperomia behaves like one. Its thick leaves act as water reservoirs, helping it tolerate dry spells and thrive in moderate indoor light—making it one of the most forgiving houseplants for beginners.
History & Origin
Native to warm regions of Southern Florida, Mexico, and South America, Peperomia obtusifolia ‘Red Edge’ belongs to the pepper family (Piperaceae). Admired for decades for its easy-going nature and sculptural form, it has become a go-to plant for urban dwellers looking to add color without the fuss.
Learn More About Peperomia
Discover how to help your Peperomia Red Edge thrive with our in-depth Peperomia Care Guide—covering light, watering, and propagation tips straight from the pros.
Want more pet-safe options? Check out our Pet-Friendly Plant Guide for stylish, worry-free greenery that’s safe for every home.
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★★★★★ 3
Poor Editing - header misprint
Format: Paperback
Chapter 3 - 'Manipulation of Risk' header mislabeled as chapter 2
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Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Wow!
Format: Paperback
I do not understand how the authors got so much information so comprehensibly into such a short book. It's 272 pages but it felt so short because the information is jam-packed in there and presented so well. It's one thing to know your stuff, it's a whole other ballgame to present it so people (without the level of training the author's have) can dive deep and really understand what you're saying and these authors nailed it. Great book, so interesting and easy to read.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2026
★★★★★ 5
"Don't Practice on Your Significant Other"
Format: Kindle
This book's authors have many years of experience interviewing CIA assets, CIA employees, and a variety of ordinary people in non-CIA settings. Their specialty is in determining when someone is lying. And they are good at it. This skill in detecting deception has done a lot of good, helping their clients make better decisions about hiring the right new employee, trusting the right baby sitter, and prosecuting the person who really "did it." Sometimes the skills bring pain, making clear that the waiting doctor's politeness covers bad news or that a spouse isn't really joking about "her boyfriend." Still, it's better to know, isn't it?
Detecting deception isn't magic and it isn't infallible. But it is possible to become better at it than most of us are now. The book identifies several barriers to accurately detecting deception. We expect most people to tell the truth, we ask the wrong questions, and we look for the wrong "tells" in other people's behavior. And we try to watch everything they do instead of focusing on a small number of reliable indicators.
Such reliable indicators of deception include certain kinds of verbal hesitations and evasions as well as specific body movements of which a deceiver is largely unaware. Readers learn to ask questions that require different mental processing from guilty versus innocent suspects. One technique is to ask questions a good guy will answer with an immediate--and perhaps angry--"No!" while the bad guy will need to give a longer, more carefully worded response. We watch for deception indicators that begin in the first five seconds after a question. And we look for clusters of indicators rather than for single actions. There is more to it, of course, but this is the core methodology the book presents. It's good stuff. And it's learnable.
I attended a training session conducted by the authors' company (QVerity, in partnership with hemsleyfraser) this week. I had listened to roughly three-quarters of the audiobook during a long car ride the day before. Based on what I learned from the book I was able to do well in the video pre-test, successfully distinguishing a lying suspect from the four who told the truth. Almost everyone was also able to do this after two hours of training. So it seems to me that the book is nearly as valuable as being taught these skills by the authors themselves. It is a well-written, fascinating book on a very useful topic. I highly recommend it.
A final comment. The book closes with a warning to use these skills only for good. And to not practice them on our significant others. Apparently catching your spouse in all of those little white lies can put unnecessary stress on the relationship. I may have made a variation of this error by giving my wife a copy of the book and inviting her along to the training. Not sure that was such a good idea. We'll see.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2012
★★★★★ 4
My honest review of the book . Spy The Lie
Format: Paperback
Spy the Lie" by Philip Houston is a practical and fascinating guide that teaches you how to spot deception using the same proven techniques developed by the CIA. Instead of looking for unreliable body language "clues," it focuses on identifying specific verbal and non-verbal behaviors that people show when they are feeling the stress of a lie. It’s written in very clear, everyday language with plenty of real-world examples, making it a great tool for anyone who wants to communicate more effectively and know who they can really trust.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
A must have for, among others, clinical physicians and -especially- mental health experts
Format: Paperback
Very good book. The authors state in a clear and unambiguous way several "tips" that may help us detect deceptive behaviors. They repeat the points, making them easier to "stick". What's interesting is how simple they appear in their application; we are not talking about mathematical topology...The glossary completes admirably the book. Would I read it again? Definitively (a quality "seal" for me). As a physician (psychiatrist) I would definitively suggest it to all physicians that perform clinical work, but, above all, to psychiatrists...
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Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2026