Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erectum
ID:
479750

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.DC.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Kaiserl. Akad. Wiss., Wien. Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 89: 528 (1913 publ. 1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000479082

Common Names

  • Erectum Pepper
  • Erectum Piper
  • Erectum's Piper

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Description

Piper erectum (also called the erect piper, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in humid forests and is characterized by its small, ovate leaves and its white flowers with yellowish-green stripes.

Uses & Benefits

Piper erectum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piper erectum 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 erectum 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 erectum

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

Piper erectum FAQ

What are the common names for Piper erectum?

Piper erectum is commonly known as the Brazilian pepper tree.

What is the growth rate of Piper erectum?

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

What is the soil type for Piper erectum?

Piper erectum 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,