Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turboensis
ID:
477853

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yunck.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Piperac. N. South Amer. 2: 463, fig. 405. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477185

Common Names

  • Peperomia turboensis
  • Turboensis Peperomia
  • Peperomia Turboensis

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Synonyms

  • Peperomia buntingii Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Peperomia turboensis (also called 'Turboensis Peperomia', among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright green, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to New Guinea and is found in montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia turboensis is an ornamental plant that is often used to decorate homes and offices. It is also known to be a natural air purifier, as it helps to reduce the levels of formaldehyde, benzene, and other volatile organic compounds in the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peperomia turboensis has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia turboensis can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can also be propagated by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Peperomia turboensis

Peperomia turboensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Peperomia turboensis FAQ

What are the common names of Peperomia turboensis?

Turbo Peperomia

What are the care requirements for Peperomia turboensis?

Peperomia turboensis requires bright, indirect light and regular watering. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy.

What type of soil is best for Peperomia turboensis?

Peperomia turboensis prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with plenty of organic matter.

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