Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subprostratum
ID:
486376

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.DC.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 5: 425 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485708



Common Names

  • Subprostratum Pepper
  • Subprostratum Piper
  • Subprostratum Plant


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Description

Piper subprostratum (also called Subprostrate Pepper, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a spreading shape with a dense, upright habit and bright green leaves. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Piper subprostratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent for food and beverages. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Piper subprostratum is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piper subprostratum is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by cuttings or division of the root system.

Where to Find Piper subprostratum

Piper subprostratum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Piper subprostratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piper subprostratum?

Piper subprostratum

Where is Piper subprostratum found?

Piper subprostratum is found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

What are the uses of Piper subprostratum?

Piper subprostratum is used as a medicinal plant and for its essential oils.

Species in the Piper genus

Piper abbadianum, Piper abbreviatum, Piper aberrans, Piper abutiloides, Piper hypoglaucum, Piper coronatibracteum, Piper corozalanum, Piper corrugatum, Piper costulatum, Piper coruscans, Piper corylistachyopsis, Piper costaricense, Piper corcovadense, Piper cordiforme, Piper cornilimbum, Piper corintoananum, Piper crispatum, Piper crenulatibracteum, Piper crenulatum, Piper criniovarium, Piper crassipes, Piper crassinervium, Piper crebrinodum, Piper crassistilum, Piper comatum, Piper colonense, Piper compactum, Piper cordatilimbum, Piper collinum, Piper conversum, Piper constanzanum, Piper cooperi, Piper concinnifolium, Piper consanguineum, Piper confusum, Piper conibaccum, Piper degeneri, Piper dendrophilum, Piper deliciasanum, Piper decurrens, Piper demeraranum, Piper delicatum, Piper davidianum, Piper davidsonii, Piper deamii, Piper deductum, Piper decumanum, Piper diffamatum, Piper dempoanum, Piper dilatatum,

Species in the Piperaceae family

Manekia venezuelana, Manekia obtusa, Manekia naranjoana, Manekia urbani, Manekia incurva, Manekia sydowii, Peperomia megalopoda, Peperomia melanokirrocarpa, Peperomia melinii, Peperomia matlalucaensis, Peperomia meeboldii, Peperomia maxwellana, Peperomia maypurensis, Peperomia tuisana, Peperomia uaupesensis, Peperomia turboensis, Peperomia turialvensis, Peperomia tutuilana, Peperomia udisilvestris, Peperomia macrostachya, Peperomia maculosa, Peperomia maestrana, Peperomia magnoliifolia, Peperomia macedoana, Peperomia mala, Peperomia marchionensis, Peperomia mariannensis, Peperomia marivelesana, Peperomia martiana, Peperomia manarae, Peperomia marahuacensis, Peperomia mantadiana, Peperomia mutilata, Peperomia naitasiriensis, Peperomia muscicola, Peperomia nandalana, Peperomia ripicola, Peperomia rivulorum, Peperomia retivenulosa, Peperomia quadrifolia, Peperomia quadrangularis, Peperomia quaesita, Peperomia quaifei, Peperomia rodriguesiana, Peperomia curtispica, Peperomia cyclophylla, Peperomia cuspidata, Peperomia deppeana, Peperomia defluens, Peperomia degeneri,