Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peltilimba
ID:
478644

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.DC. ex Trel.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 73: 145 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477976



Common Names

  • Peltilimba Peperomia
  • Peltilimba Ripple Peperomia
  • Peltilimba Ripple Plant


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Synonyms

  • Peperomia agitata Trel. & Standl. [unknown]
  • Peperomia otonii Trel. [unknown]

Description

Peperomia peltilimba (also called 'Fringed Peperomia' and 'Fringed Ripple Plant', among many other common names) is a small, succulent perennial native to Central and South America. It has thick, fleshy, heart-shaped, green leaves with reddish-purple undersides and fringed edges. It produces small, white, spike-like flowers. It grows best in bright, indirect light and prefers well-draining soil.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia peltilimba is an attractive, low-maintenance houseplant. Its small size makes it ideal for terrariums and dish gardens. The leaves can be used in salads or as a garnish. It can also be used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia peltilimba is small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia peltilimba can be propagated by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Peperomia peltilimba

Peperomia peltilimba is native to Central and South America and can be found growing in humid, tropical forests.

Peperomia peltilimba FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Peperomia peltilimba?

The optimal temperature for Peperomia peltilimba is between 15-24°C (59-75°F).

What is the optimal light for Peperomia peltilimba?

Peperomia peltilimba prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the optimal soil for Peperomia peltilimba?

Peperomia peltilimba prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

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-2556393: Based on the initial data import
William Trelease (1857-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trel.' in the authors string.
Casimir de Candolle (1836-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.DC.' in the authors string.