Status:
valid
Authors:
C.DC.
Source:
tro
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 21: 247 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001263885
Common Names
- Peperomia Hartmannii
- Hartmann's Peperomia
- Pincushion Peperomia
Description
Peperomia hartmannii (also called 'Hartmann's Peperomia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent plant native to Colombia. It has fleshy, oval-shaped leaves with a glossy sheen, and grows in dense clusters. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist soil.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia hartmannii is used as an ornamental houseplant, as it is easy to care for and has attractive foliage. It can also be used in terrariums and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peperomia hartmannii is small, greenish-white and has no petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia hartmannii is an evergreen perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. It should be planted in well-drained soil and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Peperomia hartmannii
Peperomia hartmannii can be found in Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Peperomia hartmannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peperomia hartmannii?
Peperomia hartmannii
What is the common name of Peperomia hartmannii?
Peperomia
What is the natural habitat of Peperomia hartmannii?
Tropical rainforests
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,