Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gemella
ID:
479040

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Syst. Verz. Ind. Archip. 2: 83 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478372



Common Names

  • Peperomia Gemella
  • Gemella Peperomia
  • Peperomia Gemella Variegata


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Synonyms

  • Peperomia malaccensis Ridl. [unknown]
  • Peperomia wallichii Miq. [unknown]

Description

Peperomia gemella (also called 'Gemella Peperomia', 'Ripple Peperomia', among many other common names) is a small, succulent-like perennial epiphyte with small, round, glossy green leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in humid, tropical forests. It can reach up to 8 inches in height.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia gemella is often used as an ornamental houseplant due to its attractive foliage. It is also used in terrariums and as a ground cover in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peperomia gemella has small white flowers with yellow centers and dark green leaves. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia gemella is a low-growing, succulent perennial native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It is an easy-to-grow houseplant that requires bright, indirect light and regular watering. Propagation can be done by stem or leaf cuttings, or by division of the root ball.

Where to Find Peperomia gemella

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

Peperomia gemella FAQ

What type of soil is best for Peperomia gemella?

Peperomia gemella prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Peperomia gemella need?

Peperomia gemella prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Peperomia gemella be watered?

Peperomia gemella should be watered 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,