Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhexiifolia
ID:
478477

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mor. ex C.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(1): 460 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477809



Common Names

  • Peperomia Rhexiifolia
  • Rhexiifolia Peperomia
  • Rhexiifolia


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Synonyms

  • Peperomia martagonifolia C.DC. [unknown]
  • Peperomia carapasana Trel. [unknown]
  • Peperomia tacticana Trel. & Standl. [unknown]
  • Peperomia martagonifolia wercklei Trel. [unknown]
  • Peperomia martagonifolia torresana Trel. [unknown]

Description

Peperomia rhexiifolia (also called Rhexia-Leaved Peperomia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with succulent-like foliage. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, where it grows in the understory. It has thick, glossy, heart-shaped leaves that are green on top and purple underneath, and is distinguished by its rhexia-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia rhexiifolia is a popular houseplant, often used for its attractive foliage and bright, colorful flowers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is known to be drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peperomia rhexiifolia has small, greenish-white flowers that are borne in short spikes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia rhexiifolia is a terrestrial succulent native to South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done by division of the offsets.

Where to Find Peperomia rhexiifolia

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

Peperomia rhexiifolia FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia rhexiifolia?

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

What type of soil is best for Peperomia rhexiifolia?

Peperomia rhexiifolia prefers a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.

How much light does Peperomia rhexiifolia need?

Peperomia rhexiifolia 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,

References