Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudopopayanense
ID:
1264625

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel. & Yunck.

Source:
tro

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Piperac. N. South Amer. 1: 191, fig. 150. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001263963

Common Names

  • Piper pseudopopayanense
  • Piper Pseudopopayanense
  • Piper's Pseudopopayanense

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Description

Piper pseudopopayanense (also called Pseudo-Popayan Pepper, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is found in tropical rainforests, swamps, and mangroves, and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Piper pseudopopayanense has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It has also been used as a natural insect repellent and to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Piper pseudopopayanense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piper pseudopopayanense is a tropical plant that is native to the Amazon rainforest. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Piper pseudopopayanense

Piper pseudopopayanense can be found in Colombia.

Piper pseudopopayanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piper pseudopopayanense?

Piper pseudopopayanense

What is the common name of Piper pseudopopayanense?

Pseudopopayanense

What type of plant is Piper pseudopopayanense?

A shrub

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 tro-50210952: 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.