Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polystachyoides
ID:
478421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.s., 33(2): 136 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477753



Common Names

  • Peperomia Polystachyoides
  • Peperomia Obtusifolia Variegata
  • Peperomia Obtusifolia Variegata


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Synonyms

  • Peperomia variabilis C.DC. [unknown]

Description

Peperomia polystachyoides (also called Watermelon Peperomia, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant of the Piperaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia polystachyoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a dense, spreading habit and can be used to provide shelter and shade. The plant is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia polystachyoides is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a thin stem and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia polystachyoides is a small, evergreen perennial native to South America. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F).

Where to Find Peperomia polystachyoides

Peperomia polystachyoides is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers.

Peperomia polystachyoides FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia polystachyoides?

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

How much light does Peperomia polystachyoides need?

Peperomia polystachyoides needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Peperomia polystachyoides be watered?

Peperomia polystachyoides 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,