Overview

Piper angustifolium is a climbing herbaceous perennial in the genus Piper, part of the Piperaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Piper angustifolium grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include indoor ornamental.

About

Piper aduncum, the spiked pepper, matico, hierba del soldado, achotlín, cordoncillo, higuillo or higuillo de hoja menuda, is a flowering plant in the family Piperaceae. Like many species in the family, the matico tree has a peppery odor. It grows wild on the coasts and in the forests of Central and South America and in the Interandean Valleys, up to 3,000 m (9,800 ft) above sea level. Grow it in full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it needs subtropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1b). It works well for indoor ornamental. It tolerates neutral soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant in fertile, well-drained soil. Provide support.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Piper

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1b

Plant details

Piper angustifolium size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial, Conservatory Greenhouse

Habit

Climbing

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Indoor ornamental

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Piper angustifolium

Propagation

Stem cuttings

Pest resistance

Susceptible to scale insects

Disease resistance

Susceptible to root rot

Frequently asked questions

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