Status:
valid
Authors:
C.DC.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 422 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000479286
Common Names
- Peperomia Versteegii
- Versteegii Peperomia
- Versteeg Peperomia
Description
Peperomia versteegii (also called 'Versteeg's Peperomia', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Piperaceae family. It is a small, evergreen shrub with oval-shaped leaves that are dark green in color. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is typically found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Peperomia versteegii is used as an ornamental houseplant and can be used to purify the air in a home or office environment.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Peperomia versteegii are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peperomia versteegii is a small, succulent, perennial plant that is easy to grow indoors. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It is also known as the 'Lipstick Plant' due to its bright red flowers.
Where to Find Peperomia versteegii
Peperomia versteegii is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers in the United States, Europe, and Australia.
Peperomia versteegii FAQ
What is the best soil for Peperomia versteegii?
Peperomia versteegii prefers a well-draining, light potting mix with a slightly acidic pH.
How much light does Peperomia versteegii need?
Peperomia versteegii prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Peperomia versteegii?
Water Peperomia versteegii when the top inch of soil is dry.
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,