Status:
valid
Authors:
Callejas
Source:
tro
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Fl. Mesoamer. 2(2): 467. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273701
Common Names
- Peperomia Pseudohirta
- Pseudohirta Peperomia
- Pseudohirta's Peperomia
Description
Peperomia pseudohirta (also called False-hairy Peperomia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Piperaceae. It is native to Costa Rica and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is a small, annual herb with white or pink flowers and oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia pseudohirta is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light. It can be used as a groundcover in shady areas, and its leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peperomia pseudohirta has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia pseudohirta is a small, succulent, perennial plant that can be grown indoors or outdoors. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered when the soil is dry. Fertilize with a balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Peperomia pseudohirta
Peperomia pseudohirta is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Peperomia pseudohirta FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia pseudohirta?
Peperomia pseudohirta prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
What type of soil is best for Peperomia pseudohirta?
Peperomia pseudohirta prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil mix.
How much light does Peperomia pseudohirta need?
Peperomia pseudohirta 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,