Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ocumarana
ID:
478590

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel. & Yunck.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Piperac. N. South Amer. 2: 512, fig. 452. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477922



Common Names

  • Peperomia ocumarana
  • Ocumarana Peperomia
  • Ocumarana Plant


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Description

Peperomia ocumarana (also called Ocumarana Peperomia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent shrub native to Colombia and Venezuela. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 10 cm in height. The leaves are fleshy, ovate-lanceolate, and up to 4 cm long. The flowers are small, white, and borne in spikes. It grows in shady areas, in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia ocumarana is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ease of care. It can be used as a ground cover in shady areas, or as a hanging plant. It is also used in terrariums and dish gardens. The leaves can be used in salads or as a garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Peperomia ocumarana are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia ocumarana is a small, succulent-like, epiphytic perennial native to South America. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix and in a bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division of the root ball. It is also possible to propagate it from seed, although this is not recommended.

Where to Find Peperomia ocumarana

Peperomia ocumarana is native to Central and South America.

Peperomia ocumarana FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia ocumarana?

Peperomia ocumarana prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil should I use for Peperomia ocumarana?

Peperomia ocumarana prefers a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.

How much light does Peperomia ocumarana need?

Peperomia ocumarana 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2556311: Based on the initial data import
William Trelease (1857-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trel.' in the authors string.
Truman G. Yuncker (1891-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yunck.' in the authors string.