Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longibracteolata
ID:
1274353

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Callejas P.

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273691



Common Names

  • Peperomia Longibracteolata
  • Longibracteolata Peperomia
  • Long Bract Peperomia


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Description

Peperomia longibracteolata (also called Long-bracted Peperomia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Piperaceae. It is native to Costa Rica and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is a small, annual herb with white or pink flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia longibracteolata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used in terrariums. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia longibracteolata is a small, white to pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia longibracteolata is a small, succulent, perennial plant that can be grown indoors or outdoors. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered when the soil is dry. Fertilize with a balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Peperomia longibracteolata

Peperomia longibracteolata is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It can be found in the tropical rainforest, growing in moist, shady areas.

Peperomia longibracteolata FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia longibracteolata?

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

What type of soil is best for Peperomia longibracteolata?

Peperomia longibracteolata prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil mix.

How much light does Peperomia longibracteolata need?

Peperomia longibracteolata prefers bright, indirect light.

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,