Vera Cruz Pepper (Piper auritum)
Piper auritum, Vera Cruz Pepper, is a tropical perennial herb with large, aromatic leaves used in cooking and traditional medicine.
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Sunlight
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Rich, well-draining potting mix with ample organic matter.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature range.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Avoid direct sunlight.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Rich, well-draining potting mix with ample organic matter.
Ideal growing temperature range.
Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Feed regularly during growing season.
Use balanced liquid fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Medicinal, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-2 m
Spread
1-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderPiperales
- familyPiperaceae
- genusPiper
- speciesPiper auritum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes