peperomia

noun

pep·​er·​o·​mia ˌpe-pə-ˈrō-mē-ə 

: any of a genus (Peperomia) of fleshy tropical herbs of the pepper family often cultivated for their showy variegated leaves

Examples of peperomia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Calcium-rich eggshells can be added to gardens and houseplant soil to prevent issues like blossom end rot and support plants with higher-than-average calcium needs, such as most nightshades, brassicas, and peperomia. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026

There are staked versions, modular versions, coasters, wall mounts, and even a paintable peperomia leaf. — Kat Merck, Wired News, 20 Oct. 2025

The Lavia-Garcias’ boutique plant shop offers an assortment of succulents and other plants such as fiddle leaf, pathos, peperomia and calico kitten crassula sourced from local nurseries. — Anna Braz, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2023

Other favorites The peperomia plant family, also called radiator plants, includes a wide range of leaf shapes, colors and care needs. — Sofia Andrade, Washington Post, 20 July 2023

Erin Marino, editorial lead at plant and gardening website The Sill, recommends the ripple peperomia and watermelon peperomia for beginners. — Frederick Tippett, Sunset Magazine, 9 Dec. 2021

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Greek peperi pepper + homoios like, similar — more at homeo-

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above