Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Dietr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 6 , 1: 172 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000479232
Common Names
- Peperomia tomentosa
- Woolly Peperomia
- Hairy Peperomia
Synonyms
- Micropiper tomentosum Miq. [unknown]
Description
Peperomia tomentosa (also called Velvet Peperomia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, epiphytic herb native to tropical regions of South America. It has succulent-like, dark green leaves with a velvety texture and a red stem. It is found in humid forests, usually on tree trunks or branches.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia tomentosa has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peperomia tomentosa has small, greenish-white flowers that are clustered together in small, rounded clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, rounded leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia tomentosa is an evergreen perennial that grows in clumps and spreads by rhizomes. It is best grown in partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Peperomia tomentosa
Peperomia tomentosa can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador.
Peperomia tomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peperomia tomentosa?
Peperomia tomentosa
What type of plant is Peperomia tomentosa?
It is an evergreen perennial
What is the natural habitat of Peperomia tomentosa?
It is native to Central and South America
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,