Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jalcaensis
ID:
750753

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pino

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 144: 159 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750086



Common Names

  • Peperomia jalcaensis
  • Jalcaensis Peperomia
  • Jalcaensis Peperomia


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Description

Peperomia jalcaensis (also called 'Jalca Peperomia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, epiphytic herb native to tropical rainforests in South America. It has thick, succulent leaves with a jagged edge, and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia jalcaensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a houseplant, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peperomia jalcaensis has small, white flowers and round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia jalcaensis is a perennial, evergreen herbaceous plant that is native to Peru. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 10 cm in height. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly but not allowed to dry out completely. It should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Peperomia jalcaensis

Peperomia jalcaensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

Peperomia jalcaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peperomia jalcaensis?

Peperomia jalcaensis

What is the natural habitat of Peperomia jalcaensis?

Peperomia jalcaensis is native to Peru.

What are the characteristics of Peperomia jalcaensis?

Peperomia jalcaensis is a small herbaceous perennial with small, ovate leaves and white flowers.

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,