Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pellucida
ID:
478639

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 1: 64 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477971

Common Names

  • Pellucida Peperomia
  • Clear-stemmed Peperomia
  • Clear-stemmed Plant

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Synonyms

  • Verhuellia knoblocheriana C.DC. [unknown]
  • Micropiper tenellum Klotzsch ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Peperomia knoblecheriana Schott [unknown]
  • Peperomia oleracea Poepp. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Peperomia translucens Trel. [unknown]
  • Peperomia vogelii Miq. [unknown]
  • Peperomia triadophylla Peter [unknown]
  • Peperomia yapensis C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper pellucidum L. [unknown]
  • Micropiper pellucidum Miq. [unknown]
  • Piper concinnum Haw. [unknown]
  • Peperomia concinna A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Peperomia pellucida pygmaea Willd. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Peperomia pellucida minor Miq. [unknown]
  • Peperomia praetenuis Trel. [unknown]
  • Peperomia nana C.DC. [unknown]
  • Peperomia pellucida pellucida [unknown]

Description

Peperomia pellucida (also called 'Clear Peperomia' and 'Clear 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. It grows best in bright, indirect light and prefers well-draining soil.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia pellucida 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Peperomia pellucida var. argentina Yunck.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia pellucida 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia pellucida 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 pellucida

Peperomia pellucida is native to Central and South America and can be found growing in humid, tropical forests.

Peperomia pellucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peperomia pellucida?

Peperomia pellucida

How often should I water Peperomia pellucida?

Water Peperomia pellucida when the soil is dry to the touch.

How much sunlight does Peperomia pellucida need?

Peperomia pellucida 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2556385: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.