Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Miq.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
Citation Micro:
Syst. Piperac. (F.A.W. Miquel) 104.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425437
Common Names
- Peperomia nervosovenosa
- Nerve-Veined Peperomia
- Nervosovenosa Peperomia
Description
Peperomia nervosovenosa (also called Veined Peperomia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to tropical regions of Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia nervosovenosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and butterflies. The plant is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Peperomia nervosovenosa are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and oblong. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a taproot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia nervosovenosa is a tropical plant which is best grown in a warm, humid climate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by stem cuttings. The stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Peperomia nervosovenosa
Peperomia nervosovenosa is native to Mexico and can be found in dry and rocky habitats.
Peperomia nervosovenosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peperomia nervosovenosa?
Peperomia nervosovenosa
What type of soil does Peperomia nervosovenosa need?
Peperomia nervosovenosa prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia nervosovenosa?
Peperomia nervosovenosa prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
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,