Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Presl
Source:
ksu
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Böhm. Ges. Wiss. , ser. 5, 6: 222 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478182
Common Names
- Water Plantain Peperomia
- Water Plantain Radiator Plant
- Water Plantain Emerald Ripple
Description
Peperomia alismifolia (also called water-loving peperomia, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant with succulent-like leaves. It is native to South America and is found in tropical rainforests and moist mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia alismifolia 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peperomia alismifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with two pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia alismifolia is an easy to cultivate and propagate plant. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several parts and each part should be planted in a separate pot. When propagating by stem cuttings, the stem should be cut into pieces and each piece should be planted in a separate pot. The soil should be kept moist and the plant should be placed in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Peperomia alismifolia
Peperomia alismifolia is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and can be found in rainforests and tropical woodlands.
Peperomia alismifolia FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Peperomia alismifolia?
The optimal temperature for Peperomia alismifolia is between 15-24°C (59-75°F).
What is the optimal light for Peperomia alismifolia?
Peperomia alismifolia prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the optimal soil for Peperomia alismifolia?
Peperomia alismifolia prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
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,