Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tonduzii
ID:
479902

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 29(2): 70 (1890 publ. 1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000479234



Common Names

  • Peperomia tonduzii
  • Tonduz's Peperomia
  • Tonduzii Peperomia


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Description

Peperomia tonduzii (also called Tonduz's Peperomia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, epiphytic herb native to tropical regions of South America. It has succulent-like, dark green leaves with wavy margins and a red stem. It is found in humid forests, usually on tree trunks or branches.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia tonduzii has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peperomia tonduzii has small, greenish-white flowers that are clustered together in small, rounded clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, rounded leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia tonduzii is an evergreen perennial that grows in clumps and spreads by rhizomes. It is best grown in partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Peperomia tonduzii

Peperomia tonduzii can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Peperomia tonduzii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia tonduzii?

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

How much light does Peperomia tonduzii need?

Peperomia tonduzii prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Peperomia tonduzii?

Water Peperomia tonduzii when the top inch of soil is dry.

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