Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pluvisilvatica
ID:
478434

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Mathieu

Source:
ksu

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 73: 77 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477766



Common Names

  • Peperomia Pluvisilvatica
  • Peperomia Obtusifolia Variegata
  • Peperomia Obtusifolia


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Description

Peperomia pluvisilvatica (also called Rainforest Peperomia, among many other common names) is a small perennial succulent with thick, glossy, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and is found in tropical rainforests. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist soil.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia pluvisilvatica is an ornamental plant that can be used to decorate homes and gardens. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia pluvisilvatica is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia pluvisilvatica is a tender perennial succulent native to South America. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Peperomia pluvisilvatica

Peperomia pluvisilvatica can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Peperomia pluvisilvatica FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia pluvisilvatica?

The ideal temperature for Peperomia pluvisilvatica is between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Peperomia pluvisilvatica need?

Peperomia pluvisilvatica needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Peperomia pluvisilvatica be watered?

Peperomia pluvisilvatica should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once every 7-10 days.

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