Status:
valid
Authors:
C.DC.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Kaiserl. Akad. Wiss., Wien. Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 85: 267 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477683
Common Names
- Lonchophylloides Peperomia
- Peperomia Lonchophylloides
- Lonchophylloides Peperomia
Description
Peperomia lonchophylloides (also called 'Lance-leaved Peperomia', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South America and is found in humid tropical forests. It has long, narrow leaves and white-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia lonchophylloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peperomia lonchophylloides is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia lonchophylloides is a small, succulent-like, epiphytic perennial native to South America. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix and in a bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division of the root ball. It is also possible to propagate it from seed, although this is not recommended.
Where to Find Peperomia lonchophylloides
Peperomia lonchophylloides can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil.
Peperomia lonchophylloides FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia lonchophylloides?
The ideal temperature for Peperomia lonchophylloides is between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much light does Peperomia lonchophylloides need?
Peperomia lonchophylloides needs bright, indirect light.
How often should Peperomia lonchophylloides be watered?
Peperomia lonchophylloides should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once every 7-10 days.
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,