Identifying Peperomia obtusifolia: Thick-Leaved Upright Type

Your plant—thick, smooth, solid green leaves (1–1.5" wide × 2" long), 1.5 feet tall, thick stalk, loves water, leans toward light—is almost certainly Peperomia obtusifolia (baby rubber plant).

Confirmation

Search "Peperomia obtusifolia images" — focus on leaves, ignore flower spikes (appear after years).

Care

• Bright indirect light (north window = low for this plant).
• Water when top inch dry. "Every other day" suggests small pot or fast drainage.
• Well-draining mix. No standing water.
• Direct sun may scorch—acclimate slowly if moving.

University Source

Which university greenhouse? They may have specific cultivar info.

This peperomia is tough and rewarding with brighter light.