Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudobcordata
ID:
478447

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yunck.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Bol. Inst. Bot. (São Paulo) 3: 166 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477779



Common Names

  • Peperomia Pseudobcordata
  • Peperomia Obtusifolia Variegata
  • Peperomia Obtusifolia


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Description

Peperomia pseudobcordata (also called False-heart Peperomia, among many other common names) is a small perennial succulent with thick, glossy, heart-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 pseudobcordata 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 pseudobcordata is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia pseudobcordata 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 pseudobcordata

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

Peperomia pseudobcordata FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia pseudobcordata?

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

How much light does Peperomia pseudobcordata need?

Peperomia pseudobcordata needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Peperomia pseudobcordata be watered?

Peperomia pseudobcordata 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,

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