Peperomia is one of the 2 large genera of the Piperaceae family, with more than 1000 recorded species. Most of them are compact, small perennial epiphytes growing on rotten wood. More than 1500 species have been recorded, occurring in all tropical and subtropical regions of the world, though concentrated to Central and Northern South America. A limited number of species (around 17) are found in Africa.

Description

Though varying considerably in appearance, these species generally have thick, stout stems and fleshy leaves, sometimes with leaf windows. Peperomia flowers typically come under greenish to brown conical spikes.

Horticulture

Peperomias are grown for their ornamental foliage, and sometimes for their attractive flowers (Peperomia fraseri). Except the succulent species, they are generally easy to grow under greenhouse. Different species (e.g. Peperomia caperata) and cultivars are found in the trade.

Propagation

These plant are usually propagated by seeds. They are also commercially propagated by cuttage. Peperomia cuttings root easily.

Gallery

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Image:Peperomia_leaves.jpg|Leaves of a variety of Peperomia.

External links

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• www.peperomia.net

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