Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ames) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 9: 118 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269148
Common Names
- Phloeophila peperomioides
- Peperomioides Phloeophila
- Peperomioides Tree Phloeophila
Synonyms
- Pleurothallis peperomioides Ames [unknown]
- Specklinia peperomioides (Ames) Luer [unknown]
Description
Phloeophila peperomioides (also called Peperomioides Phloeophila, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen perennial plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is typically found in tropical rainforests. Its leaves are glossy and dark green in color, and can grow up to 30 cm in length.
Uses & Benefits
Phloeophila peperomioides is a popular houseplant that is used to add a tropical feel to any room. It is also known to purify the air and reduce stress.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phloeophila peperomioides has a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phloeophila peperomioides can be propagated through stem cuttings. Cut a stem just below a node and place it in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the plant in a warm, humid environment. It can also be propagated through division. Divide the plant into several parts, making sure each part has at least one node and some roots. Plant each part in a separate pot with moist soil and keep the soil moist and the plant in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Phloeophila peperomioides
Phloeophila peperomioides can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Phloeophila peperomioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phloeophila peperomioides?
Phloeophila peperomioides
What type of plant is Phloeophila peperomioides?
Phloeophila peperomioides is a tropical plant species in the Araceae family.
Where is Phloeophila peperomioides native to?
Phloeophila peperomioides is native to Central and South America.
Species in the Phloeophila genus
Phloeophila nummularia,
Phloeophila peperomioides,
Phloeophila cunabulum,
Phloeophila cymbula,
Phloeophila dasyglossa,
Phloeophila pelecaniceps,
Phloeophila pleurothallopsis,
Phloeophila yupanki,
Phloeophila ursula,
Phloeophila alphonsiana,
Phloeophila doucetteana,
Phloeophila carrilloi,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,