Description
Peperomia septemnervis (also called 'Seven-Nerve Peperomia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent plant native to Central 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 septemnervis 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 septemnervis has small, white flowers with yellow centers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia septemnervis is an easy-to-grow houseplant that prefers bright indirect light and moist soil. It can tolerate low light and dry soil. Propagation is done by stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. Place the cuttings in moist soil and keep in a warm, humid environment until the cuttings have rooted.