Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muscipara
ID:
1264605

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel. & Yunck.

Source:
tro

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Piperac. N. South Amer. 2: 731, fig. 654. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001263943

Common Names

  • Peperomia muscipara
  • Peperomia Muscipara
  • Peperomia's Muscipara

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Description

Peperomia muscipara (also called 'Muscipara Peperomia', among many other common names) is a species of Peperomia, native to Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen, perennial, creeping plant, with stems up to 30 cm long, and bearing short, stiff, dark green leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia muscipara is an ornamental houseplant, as it is easy to care for and has attractive foliage. It can also be used in terrariums and as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia muscipara is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia muscipara is an evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate temperatures as low as 40°F (4°C). To propagate, take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Peperomia muscipara

Peperomia muscipara is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, particularly in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Peperomia muscipara FAQ

What are the common names of Peperomia muscipara?

Common names of Peperomia muscipara include baby rubber plant and pepper face.

What type of soil does Peperomia muscipara prefer?

Peperomia muscipara prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia muscipara?

The ideal temperature for Peperomia muscipara is between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

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 tro-50210858: Based on the initial data import
William Trelease (1857-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trel.' in the authors string.
Truman G. Yuncker (1891-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yunck.' in the authors string.