Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asarifolia
ID:
478987

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 5: 75 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478319



Common Names

  • Peperomia asarifolia
  • Asarifolia Peperomia
  • Asarifolia's Peperomia


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Synonyms

  • Peperomia quirosii Trel. [unknown]
  • Peperomia pseudodependens C.DC. [unknown]
  • Peperomia heydei C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper asarifolium D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Peperomia heydei minor C.DC. [unknown]
  • Peperomia langlassei C.DC. [unknown]
  • Peperomia brevipeduncula (C.DC.) Trel. [unknown]
  • Peperomia brevipeduncula major Trel. in Woodson & Schery [unknown]
  • Peperomia heydei brevipeduncula C.DC. [unknown]
  • Peperomia jaliscana S.Watson [unknown]
  • Peperomia lagartana C.DC. in Pittier [unknown]
  • Peperomia riopoasensis subacaulescens Trel. ex Standl. [unknown]

Description

Peperomia asarifolia (also called Asarifolia Peperomia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Piperaceae family. It is native to Colombia and typically grows in humid, shady areas. It is a small, clumping plant with short, oval-shaped leaves that are green with a red or purple underside.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia asarifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown indoors. It is also used in terrariums and dish gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peperomia asarifolia has small, green flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia asarifolia is a small, succulent-like plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist soil. To propagate, take stem cuttings and place them in moist soil. The cuttings should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Peperomia asarifolia

Peperomia asarifolia is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical rainforests. It is available from nurseries and online retailers.

Peperomia asarifolia FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia asarifolia?

Peperomia asarifolia prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What kind of light does Peperomia asarifolia need?

Peperomia asarifolia prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Peperomia asarifolia?

Water Peperomia asarifolia when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch.

Species in the Peperomia genus

Peperomia megalopoda, Peperomia melanokirrocarpa, Peperomia melinii, Peperomia matlalucaensis, Peperomia meeboldii, Peperomia maxwellana, Peperomia maypurensis, Peperomia tuisana, Peperomia uaupesensis, Peperomia turboensis, Peperomia turialvensis, Peperomia tutuilana, Peperomia udisilvestris, Peperomia macrostachya, Peperomia maculosa, Peperomia maestrana, Peperomia magnoliifolia, Peperomia macedoana, Peperomia mala, Peperomia marchionensis, Peperomia mariannensis, Peperomia marivelesana, Peperomia martiana, Peperomia manarae, Peperomia marahuacensis, Peperomia mantadiana, Peperomia mutilata, Peperomia naitasiriensis, Peperomia muscicola, Peperomia nandalana, Peperomia ripicola, Peperomia rivulorum, Peperomia retivenulosa, Peperomia quadrifolia, Peperomia quadrangularis, Peperomia quaesita, Peperomia quaifei, Peperomia rodriguesiana, Peperomia curtispica, Peperomia cyclophylla, Peperomia cuspidata, Peperomia deppeana, Peperomia defluens, Peperomia degeneri, Peperomia dendrophila, Peperomia nervoso-venosa, Peperomia namosiana, Peperomia nitida, Peperomia nivalis, Peperomia nandarivatensis,

Species in the Piperaceae family

Manekia venezuelana, Manekia obtusa, Manekia naranjoana, Manekia urbani, Manekia incurva, Manekia sydowii, Peperomia megalopoda, Peperomia melanokirrocarpa, Peperomia melinii, Peperomia matlalucaensis, Peperomia meeboldii, Peperomia maxwellana, Peperomia maypurensis, Peperomia tuisana, Peperomia uaupesensis, Peperomia turboensis, Peperomia turialvensis, Peperomia tutuilana, Peperomia udisilvestris, Peperomia macrostachya, Peperomia maculosa, Peperomia maestrana, Peperomia magnoliifolia, Peperomia macedoana, Peperomia mala, Peperomia marchionensis, Peperomia mariannensis, Peperomia marivelesana, Peperomia martiana, Peperomia manarae, Peperomia marahuacensis, Peperomia mantadiana, Peperomia mutilata, Peperomia naitasiriensis, Peperomia muscicola, Peperomia nandalana, Peperomia ripicola, Peperomia rivulorum, Peperomia retivenulosa, Peperomia quadrifolia, Peperomia quadrangularis, Peperomia quaesita, Peperomia quaifei, Peperomia rodriguesiana, Peperomia curtispica, Peperomia cyclophylla, Peperomia cuspidata, Peperomia deppeana, Peperomia defluens, Peperomia degeneri,