Status:
valid
Authors:
Trel. in J.F.Macbr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 13(2): 52 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478365
Common Names
- Peperomia Haematolepis
- Haematolepis Peperomia
- Peperomia Haematolepis Variegata
Description
Peperomia haematolepis (also called 'Blood-spotted Peperomia', 'Ripple Peperomia', among many other common names) is a small, succulent-like perennial epiphyte with small, round, glossy green leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in humid, tropical forests. It can reach up to 8 inches in height.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia haematolepis is often used as an ornamental houseplant due to its attractive foliage. It is also used in terrariums and as a ground cover in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peperomia haematolepis has small, greenish-white flowers with a pale yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia haematolepis is a low-growing, succulent perennial that is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It is an easy-to-grow houseplant that requires bright, indirect light and regular watering. Propagation can be done by stem or leaf cuttings, or by division of the root ball.
Where to Find Peperomia haematolepis
Peperomia haematolepis is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical rainforests. It is available from nurseries and online retailers.
Peperomia haematolepis FAQ
What type of soil is best for Peperomia haematolepis?
Peperomia haematolepis prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
How much light does Peperomia haematolepis need?
Peperomia haematolepis prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Peperomia haematolepis be watered?
Peperomia haematolepis 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,