Status:
valid
Authors:
C.DC.
Source:
tro
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 22: 5 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285104
Common Names
- Kalimatina Peperomia
- Peperomia Kalimatina
- Kalimatina Peperomia
Description
Peperomia kalimatina (also called Kalimantan Peperomia, among many other common names) is a succulent with small, oval leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in grassland and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia kalimatina is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of fuel and fodder.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peperomia kalimatina has small, white flowers with four petals and a long, thin seed pod. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia kalimatina is a slow-growing perennial succulent that can reach up to 6 inches in height. It is best grown in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings. Stem cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil.
Where to Find Peperomia kalimatina
Peperomia kalimatina is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Peperomia kalimatina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peperomia kalimatina?
Peperomia kalimatina
What is the common name of Peperomia kalimatina?
Kalimantan Peperomia
What is the natural habitat of Peperomia kalimatina?
Tropical rainforests
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,