Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peltoidea
ID:
478645

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 1: 61 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477977



Common Names

  • Peltoidea Peperomia
  • Shield Peperomia
  • Shield Plant


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Synonyms

  • Peperomia pseudopeltoidea C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper peltoideum Poir. [unknown]

Description

Peperomia peltoidea (also called 'Shield Peperomia' and 'Shield 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 shield-like shape. It produces small, white, spike-like flowers. It grows best in bright, indirect light and prefers well-draining soil.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia peltoidea is a popular ornamental plant and is often used to add color and texture to gardens and landscapes. The plant is also known for its air-purifying properties and is often used to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia peltoidea 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 peltoidea 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 peltoidea

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

Peperomia peltoidea FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Peperomia peltoidea?

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

What is the optimal light for Peperomia peltoidea?

Peperomia peltoidea prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the optimal soil for Peperomia peltoidea?

Peperomia peltoidea 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