Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilipetiolata
ID:
1274359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Callejas

Source:
tro

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Fl. Mesoamer. 2(2): 466. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273697



Common Names

  • Peperomia Pilipetiolata
  • Pilipetiolata Peperomia
  • Pilipetiolata's Peperomia


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Description

Peperomia pilipetiolata (also called Pilipetiolata 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 pilipetiolata 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 pilipetiolata 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 pilipetiolata 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 pilipetiolata

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

Peperomia pilipetiolata FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia pilipetiolata?

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

What type of soil is best for Peperomia pilipetiolata?

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

How much light does Peperomia pilipetiolata need?

Peperomia pilipetiolata 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,