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PIPER ADUNCUM. - SPIKED PEPPER.)
Common nameFalse matico, higuillo de hoja, man anesi wiwiri, matico, menuda, spiked pepper. Family Piperaceae (Pepper family). Overview This is a small, flowering tropical tree, erect branches with drooping twigs; indigenous to Suriname. It grows up to 21 feet tall. Camphor and camphene are the main constituents. The bright lance-shaped leaves are green and alternate elliptical, 4 - 10 inch long. The spikes are flexible, 5 - 7 inches long. The fruit is a one seeded berry; these small seeds are black. Spiked pepper has a strong flavor, has the same chemical properties as Matico (Piper angustifolium) and is at sight almost identical. Medicinal applications Used as a aromatic bitter stimulant, against gonorrhea, leucorrhea, piles, hemorrhages and dyspepsia. Locally, in South America, it is used as a styptic and astringent for wounds. It is also applied to ulcers. Visit also our APPLICATION & DOSAGE -, CHOLESTEROL -, DIABETES - , HYPERTENSION - and TINCTURE pages. Hardiness USDA zone 9 - 11. Propagation Seeds and cuttings. Culture Full sun / light shade, sandy loam soil, needs high humidity. Plant in frost free areas. |
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