Peperomia pedunculata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedunculata
ID:
478638
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.DC.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 4: 146 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477970
Common Names
- Pedunculata Peperomia
- Long-stalked Peperomia
- Long-stalked Plant
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- Peperomia monini C.DC. [unknown]
Description
Peperomia pedunculata (also called 'Long-Stalked Peperomia' and 'Long-Stalked Ripple Plant', among many other common names) is a small, succulent perennial native to Central and South America. It has thick, fleshy, heart-shaped, green leaves with reddish-purple undersides. It produces small, white, spike-like flowers on long, thin stems. It grows best in bright, indirect light and prefers well-draining soil.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia pedunculata is an attractive, low-maintenance houseplant. Its small size makes it ideal for terrariums and dish gardens. The leaves can be used in salads or as a garnish. It can also be used as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peperomia pedunculata is small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Peperomia pedunculata can be propagated by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Peperomia pedunculata
Peperomia pedunculata is native to Central and South America and can be found growing in humid, tropical forests.
Peperomia pedunculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peperomia pedunculata?
Peperomia pedunculata
How often should I water Peperomia pedunculata?
Water Peperomia pedunculata when the soil is dry to the touch.
How much sunlight does Peperomia pedunculata need?
Peperomia pedunculata prefers bright, indirect light.
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
Casimir de Candolle (1836-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:679375-1: Based on the initial data import