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Peperomia dolabriformis var. grandis Hutchison ex Pino & Klopf.

Family: PIPERACEAE · Variety or form of Peperomia dolabriformis

Publication: Haseltonia 11: 106 (105-108; figs. 7-12). 2005 [15 Dec 2005]

Description

Peperomia dolabriformis var. grandis is similar to the type variety, but is generally bigger, glaucous green with clearly petioled leaves and prominent lateral nerves.

Origin and Habitat

Peru (Western South America, Southern America)

Type Locality: Dept. Amazonas, Prov. Chachapoyas, Dist. Balsas, Cerros Calla Calla, west slopes, gorge of the river Marañón, road from Cajamarca to Balsas, km 346, bottom of grade, ca. 7 km E of Balsas, 1170 m.