Description
Peperomia rhombeoelliptica (also called 'Ribbon Peperomia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent plant native to South America. It has thick, fleshy, lance-shaped leaves with a pointed tip and a reddish-brown stem. It grows in moist, shady habitats, in areas with high humidity.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia rhombeoelliptica is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peperomia rhombeoelliptica has small, white flowers with yellow centers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, round, and green.