How to care for a string of turtles - it's often overlooked but is the ultimate houseplant for shelf displays

String of turtles (Peperomia prostrata) house plant in a blue pot, isolated on a white shelf and gray green background .

With leaves reminiscent of tiny turtle shells, peperomia prostrata, commonly known as string of turtles, is one of the more underrated houseplants. 

A staple of houseplant ideas, a string of turtles shines should be displayed from a shelf or a hanging pot where its beautiful leaves can be truly appreciated.