Description
Piper cercidiphyllum (also called Cercidiphyllum Pepper, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Piperaceae family. It is a shrub that is native to Costa Rica, Panama and Colombia and is found in tropical moist montane forests. It has ovate leaves that are up to 10 cm long and 5 cm wide and its inflorescence is composed of several spikes of small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Piper cercidiphyllum is used as an ornamental plant, in traditional medicine, and as a food flavoring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Piper cercidiphyllum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Where to Find Piper cercidiphyllum
Piper cercidiphyllum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Venezuela.