Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragrans
ID:
479208

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 4: 140 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478540



Common Names

  • Peperomia fragrans
  • Fragrant Peperomia
  • Radiant Peperomia


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Synonyms

  • Peperomia binispica Trel. in J.F.Macbr. [unknown]

Description

Peperomia fragrans (also called Fragrant Radiator Plant, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent plant with fleshy, light green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of South America and typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia fragrans is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and low maintenance requirements. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens and is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peperomia fragrans has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet, fruity scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like form.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Peperomia fragrans

Peperomia fragrans can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Brazil, and Peru.

Peperomia fragrans FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia fragrans?

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

How much light does Peperomia fragrans need?

Peperomia fragrans prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Peperomia fragrans?

Water Peperomia fragrans when the top inch of soil is dry.

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,

References