Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turialvensis
ID:
477855

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 37: 380 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477187

Common Names

  • Peperomia Turialvensis
  • Turialvensis Peperomia
  • Turialvensis

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Description

Peperomia turialvensis (also called 'Turialvensis 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 turialvensis 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 turialvensis 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 turialvensis 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 turialvensis

Peperomia turialvensis is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Peperomia turialvensis FAQ

What are the common names of Peperomia turialvensis?

Turialven Peperomia

What are the care requirements for Peperomia turialvensis?

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

What type of soil is best for Peperomia turialvensis?

Peperomia turialvensis 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,