Uses & Benefits
Piper filistilum is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Piper filistilum are small, yellowish-green in color, and have four petals. The seeds are small, brown, and contain a single seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Where to Find Piper filistilum
Piper filistilum is found in the tropical forests of South America, including Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.