Piper hispidum
TAXONOMY
FamilyPiperaceae
GenusPiper
Zone10
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Piper hispidum, commonly known as spiked pepper, is a species in the family Piperaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. The plant is known for its medicinal properties and is often used in traditional medicine. It does not have a dormancy period and can grow year-round in suitable conditions.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Hispid Pepper
Steffensia Olfersiana
Steffensia Opizii
Artanthe aspera
Artanthe asperifolia
Artanthe asperifolia f. surinamensis
Artanthe controversa
Artanthe hirsuta
Artanthe hispida
Artanthe kunthiana
Artanthe obesa
Artanthe olfersiana
Artanthe opizii
Artanthe scabra
Artanthe scabra var. hirsuta
Lindeniopiper williamsii
Piper adornatispicum
Piper aegrum
Piper aguacalientis
Piper alluvicola
Piper amnigaudens
Piper angremondii
Piper apertum
Piper apertum var. nodosum
Piper articulosum
Piper aspericaule
Piper asperifolium
Piper asperrimicaule
Piper asperum
Piper bayamonanum
Piper canescenticaule
Piper canescenticaule var. canescenticaule
Piper canescenticaule var. expansum
Piper casitense
Piper cerro-puntoense
Piper chanekii
Piper cinereoramulum
Piper fraguanum
Piper fraguanum var. viride
Piper glaberrimicaule
Piper hirsutum
Piper hirsutum var. fusco-punctulatum
Piper hirsutum var. jamaicense
Piper hirsutum var. magnifolium
Piper hirsutum var. olfersianum
Piper hispidinervum
Piper hispidiseptum
Piper hispidum f. hispidum
Piper hispidum var. albescens
Piper hispidum var. ellipticifolium
Piper hispidum var. hispidum
Piper hispidum var. lanceolatum
Piper hispidum var. magnifolium
Piper hispidum var. obliquum
Piper hispidum var. plurinerve
Piper hispidum var. trachydermum
Piper humoense
Piper imperspicuibracteum
Piper konkintoense
Piper lancetillanum
Piper leucofustum
Piper longegerminatum
Piper maestranum
Piper masiseanum
Piper meritum
Piper nonretrorsum
Piper obesum
Piper obsessum
Piper opizii
Piper paranapuranum
Piper patulipilum
Piper perspicuibracteum
Piper pervicax
Piper phaeophyllum
Piper pilipedunculum
Piper platannanum
Piper prodigum
Piper resatum
Piper rivialbi
Piper rivi-vetusti
Piper roseovenulosum
Piper sabanillanum
Piper scabricaule
Piper scabrilimbum
Piper scabriseptum
Piper scabriseptum var. reductum
Piper scabrum
Piper scabrum var. kalacroixense
Piper silvioberrans
Piper silvivagum var. peruvianum
Piper speratum
Piper subasperatum
Piper sumideranum
Piper tardum
Piper tenuiculispicum
Piper thebaudianum
Piper trachydermum
Piper virgulticola
Piper williamsii
Piper yoroanum
Steffensia asperifolia
Steffensia scabra
OVERVIEW
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WaterWet
SoilLoamy
LightIndirect Bright (6 Hours)
Temperature25° C
Humidity70%
pH6.5
Pressure1,013 mbar
DETAILS
Care Instructions
Piper hispidum thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers moderate temperatures. It requires high humidity and should be kept in a warm environment. Regular watering is essential to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.Soil
The plant prefers well-draining loamy soil that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged. A mix of loam and organic matter works well. Ensure the soil has good drainage to prevent root rot.Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10. Fertilize the plant every 4-6 weeks during the growing season to support its growth and health.Repotting
Repot Piper hispidum every 1-2 years or when it outgrows its current pot. Choose a slightly larger pot with good drainage. Gently remove the plant from its old pot, shake off excess soil, and place it in the new pot with fresh soil.Propagation
Propagate Piper hispidum through stem cuttings. Take cuttings with at least two nodes and place them in water or moist soil. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until roots develop.Pruning
Prune the plant to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or yellowing leaves and trim back overgrown stems. Pruning can be done throughout the year as needed.Toxicity
Piper hispidum is not known to be toxic to pets or humans. However, it is always best to keep plants out of reach of pets and children to avoid any accidental ingestion.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
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