Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albert-smithii
ID:
478830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel. & Yunck.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Piperac. N. South Amer. 2: 495, fig. 439. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478162

Common Names

  • Albert-Smith's Peperomia
  • Albert-Smith's Radiator Plant
  • Albert-Smith's Emerald Ripple

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Synonyms

  • Peperomia albert-smithii epunctata Trel. & Yunck. [unknown]

Description

Peperomia albert-smithii (also called Albert Smith's peperomia, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant with succulent-like leaves. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical rainforests and moist mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia albert-smithii is a popular houseplant due to its easy care requirements and attractive foliage. It is often used as a ground cover in gardens and can be used to create a tropical look. It is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used to add texture and color to a garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Peperomia albert-smithii var. alipetiolata Trel. & Yunck.
Peperomia albert-smithii var. villosa Trel. & Yunck.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia albert-smithii is small, white, and has no petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia albert-smithii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Peperomia albert-smithii

Peperomia albert-smithii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Peperomia albert-smithii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia albert-smithii?

Peperomia albert-smithii prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)

How much light does Peperomia albert-smithii need?

Peperomia albert-smithii prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Peperomia albert-smithii?

Peperomia albert-smithii should be watered 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2556706: Based on the initial data import
William Trelease (1857-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trel.' in the authors string.
Truman G. Yuncker (1891-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yunck.' in the authors string.