Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abbreviatum
ID:
477848

Status:
valid

Authors:
Opiz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Reliq. Haenk. 1: 157 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477180

Common Names

  • Piper abbreviatum
  • Abbreviatum Piper
  • Piper Abbreviatum

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Synonyms

  • Piper bivalvantherum C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper rhombophyllum C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper quintuplinervium C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper rubripunctulatum C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper subnudilimbum C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper parvispica C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper minus K.Schum. & Lauterb. [unknown]
  • Piper mearnsii C.DC. [unknown]
  • Chavica populifolia Miq. [unknown]

Description

Piper abbreviatum (also called 'Abbreviatum Piper', 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

Piper abbreviatum is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care requirements. It can be used to add color and texture to any indoor space. It is also a great choice for those looking for a low-maintenance plant that can thrive in low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piper abbreviatum has small, 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

Piper abbreviatum 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 Piper abbreviatum

Piper abbreviatum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Piper abbreviatum FAQ

What are the common names of Piper abbreviatum?

Abbreviated Piper

What are the care requirements for Piper abbreviatum?

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

What type of soil is best for Piper abbreviatum?

Piper abbreviatum prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with plenty of organic matter.

Species in the Piper genus

Piper abbadianum, Piper abbreviatum, Piper aberrans, Piper abutiloides, Piper hypoglaucum, Piper coronatibracteum, Piper corozalanum, Piper corrugatum, Piper costulatum, Piper coruscans, Piper corylistachyopsis, Piper costaricense, Piper corcovadense, Piper cordiforme, Piper cornilimbum, Piper corintoananum, Piper crispatum, Piper crenulatibracteum, Piper crenulatum, Piper criniovarium, Piper crassipes, Piper crassinervium, Piper crebrinodum, Piper crassistilum, Piper comatum, Piper colonense, Piper compactum, Piper cordatilimbum, Piper collinum, Piper conversum, Piper constanzanum, Piper cooperi, Piper concinnifolium, Piper consanguineum, Piper confusum, Piper conibaccum, Piper degeneri, Piper dendrophilum, Piper deliciasanum, Piper decurrens, Piper demeraranum, Piper delicatum, Piper davidianum, Piper davidsonii, Piper deamii, Piper deductum, Piper decumanum, Piper diffamatum, Piper dempoanum, Piper dilatatum,

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