Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
folsomii
ID:
1274346

Status:
valid

Authors:
Callejas

Source:
tro

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Fl. Mesoamer. 2(2): 463. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273684



Common Names

  • Peperomia Folsomii
  • Folsomii Peperomia
  • Folsomii


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Description

Peperomia folsomii (also called Folsom's Peperomia, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is characterized by its succulent, fleshy leaves and its small, white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests, on rocky outcrops, and in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia folsomii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used in terrariums. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia folsomii is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia folsomii is a low-growing, succulent plant that can be propagated by stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting from a mature plant and place it in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should take root in a few weeks. It can also be propagated from seed, though this is more difficult and less successful.

Where to Find Peperomia folsomii

Peperomia folsomii can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Peperomia folsomii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia folsomii?

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

What type of soil is best for Peperomia folsomii?

Peperomia folsomii prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil mix.

How much light does Peperomia folsomii need?

Peperomia folsomii prefers bright, indirect light.

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,