Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divulgatum
ID:
479754

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel. & Yunck.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Piperac. N. South Amer. 1: 153, fig. 130. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000479086

Common Names

  • Divulgatum Pepper
  • Divulgatum Piper
  • Divulgatum's Piper

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Description

Piper divulgatum (also called 'Divulgated Pepper', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Piperaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Piper divulgatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piper divulgatum has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piper divulgatum is a perennial shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny spot and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Piper divulgatum

Piper divulgatum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Piper divulgatum FAQ

What are the common names for Piper divulgatum?

Piper divulgatum is commonly known as the Brazilian pepper tree.

What is the growth rate of Piper divulgatum?

Piper divulgatum has a moderate growth rate, reaching heights of up to 15 feet.

What is the soil type for Piper divulgatum?

Piper divulgatum prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2558287: Based on the initial data import
William Trelease (1857-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trel.' in the authors string.
Truman G. Yuncker (1891-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yunck.' in the authors string.