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weakstem peperomia

Scientific Name: Peperomia cookiana

Family: Piperaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Peperomia cookiana

Also known as Weakstem Peperomia, Peperomia cookiana is a fascinating member of the plant kingdom.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some texts mention "weak stems" in association with Peperomia cookiana.

Scientific Classification

  • Scientific Name: Peperomia cookiana C. DC.
  • Common Name: Weakstem Peperomia
  • Family: Piperaceae (Pepper Family)
  • Synonyms:
    • Peperomia cookiana var. flavinervia (C. DC.) Yunck.
    • Peperomia cookiana var. minutilimba Yunck.
    • Peperomia helleri C. DC. var. subovata Yunck.

Morphological Characteristics & Growth Habits

  • Described as a forb/herb, indicating it is a non-woody plant.
  • The name "Weakstem Peperomia" suggests it has relatively weak stems.
  • Some sources mention it being slow-growing.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Observed at Makawao Forest Reserve, Maui.
  • Associated with USDA plant data.

Ecological Role

  • It has shade tolerance
  • Indicated as FACU based on several sources, which is likely related to wetland rating.

Further Resources

  • TSN 18237
  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
  • USDA Plants Database
  • Garden Guides