Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guanensis
ID:
478993

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 23: 24 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478325



Common Names

  • Peperomia Guanensis
  • Guanensis Peperomia
  • Peperomia


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia guanensis 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 guanensis 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 guanensis 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 guanensis

Peperomia guanensis is native to tropical America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Peperomia guanensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia guanensis?

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

What kind of light does Peperomia guanensis need?

Peperomia guanensis prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Peperomia guanensis?

Water Peperomia guanensis 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,