Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megalopoda
ID:
477826

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel. in Britton & P.Wilson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Sci. Surv. Porto Rico & Virgin Islands 6: 533. 1930

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477158

Common Names

  • Peperomia megalopoda
  • Megalopoda Peperomia
  • Peperomia Megalopoda

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Description

Peperomia megalopoda (also called Megalopoda Peperomia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Piperaceae. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and New Guinea. It typically grows in forests, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia megalopoda is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care requirements. It can be used to add color and texture to any indoor space. It is also a great choice for those looking for a low-maintenance plant that can thrive in low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peperomia megalopoda has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia megalopoda can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can also be propagated by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Peperomia megalopoda

Peperomia megalopoda is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Peperomia megalopoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peperomia megalopoda?

Peperomia megalopoda

What are the common names of Peperomia megalopoda?

Large-footed Peperomia

What is the natural habitat of Peperomia megalopoda?

Tropical and subtropical 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2555073: Based on the initial data import
William Trelease (1857-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trel.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.