Description
Piper hylebates (also called 'Hylebates Pepper', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8m in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and moist savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Piper hylebates is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used medicinally to treat digestive problems, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Piper hylebates is white or yellowish, with a tubular corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are usually green with a single seed leaf.
Where to Find Piper hylebates
Piper hylebates is native to Central and South America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, including Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Brazil.