Botanical Descripion:
Long pepper (Piper longum) is a climbing plant that grows in tropical climates. Their stems have nodes where the fruitful branches and leaves are born. It has adventitious roots. Leaves numerous, stalked and cordate at the base. It has tiny greenish yellow flowers. The long pepper fruit is a drupe small, between 2 and 3 (up to 5 cm) long.
Propagation: Rooted vine cuttings
Part/s used: Fruits
Medicinal uses:Digestion, Gas and bloating, detoxification, Respiratory problems, Anaemia, Nervous system disorders (Anxiety, fear and worry), Weight management, Insomnia
How is it used?:The fruit is more useful and active when it is unripe. It is used after drying it under the sun.