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PIPER ADUNCUM. - SPIKED PEPPER.
Common nameSpiked pepper, higuillo de hoja, menuda, man anesi wiwiri, false matico. Family Piperaceae (Pepper family). Overview This is a small tropical tree, erect branches with drooping twigs, indigenous to Suriname; it grows up to 21 feet tall. The leaves are alternate elleptiptical, 4 - 10 inch long. The spikes are flexible, 5 - 7 inches long. The fruit is a one seeded berry; the small seeds are black. Spiked pepper has the same chemical properties as Matico (Piper angustifolium). Medicinal applications Used as a aromatic stimulant, against gonorrhea, leucorrhea, piles, hemorrhages and dyspepsia. It is also applied to ulcers. Visit also our APPLICATION & DOSAGE -, CHOLESTEROL -, DIABETES - , HYPERTENSION - and TINCTURE pages. Hardiness USDA zone 9 - 11. Propagation Seeds and cuttings. Culture Full sun / light shade, sandy loam soil, needs high humidity. Plant in frost free areas. |