piperpiper
genusgenusDiverse tropical plants that grow as vines, shrubs, or small trees, characterized by their distinctive jointed stems and heart-shaped leaves with prominent veining. These aromatic plants feature unique spiky flower clusters that develop into small fruit-bearing structures.
Etymology
The name 'Piper' comes directly from the ancient Latin word 'piper' meaning 'pepper,' as many species in this genus were historically valued for their spicy fruits and aromatic qualities.
Interesting fact!
The flower spikes of these plants grow in the opposite direction to their leaves, a rare botanical phenomenon known as 'leaf-opposed inflorescence.'
All species of Piper
piperMethysticum
Kava, Kava kava, Awa.
piperRetrofractum
Bent spike pepper, Dragon's tail, Curved pepper vine.
piperMagnificum
Velvet leaf pepper, Magnificent pepper plant, Splendid pepper.
piperPeepuloides
Quilted pepper vine, Metallic piper, Rainbow pepper plant.
piperSarmentosum
Thai pepper vine, Chinese piper, Edible pepper vine.
piperLongum
Long pepper, Indian long pepper, Pippali.
piperSylvaticum
Forest piper, Metallic vine, Zigzag pepper plant.
piperPeltatum
Shield piper, Parasol plant, Shield vine.
piperAuritum
Root beer plant, False ava, Hoja santa.
piperCrocatum
Silver shine piper, Orange piper, Silver spotted vine.
piperBetle
Betel leaf, Paan vine, Indian long pepper vine.
piperOrnatum
Celebes pepper, Silver stripe piper, Painted pepper vine.
piperNigrum
Black pepper vine, True pepper plant, Peppercorn plant.
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