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.

Peperomia argyreia (Watermelon Peperomia) - Photograph and culture information for this species that is cultivated as a houseplant.
Peperomia obtusifolia (Baby Rubber Plant) - Photo and culture information for this species that is grown as a houseplant.
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