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Piper Longum Live Plant – Piper longum Starter Plant | Rare Long Pepper Vine | Pipali Medicinal Herb Plant | Tropical Spice Plant

Piper Longum Live Plant – Piper longum Starter Plant | Rare Long Pepper Vine | Pipali Medicinal Herb Plant | Tropical Spice Plant

Regular price $114.00 USD
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Grow one of the world's most fascinating and historically significant spice plants with this live Piper Longum plant (Piper longum), commonly known as Long Pepper, Pipali, or Pipili. This rare tropical species has been cultivated for centuries and is prized for its unique pepper-like fruiting spikes, ornamental foliage, and rich cultural history.

Piper Longum is a tropical perennial vine that thrives in warm, humid environments with filtered light and consistently moist soil. Its attractive growth habit and rarity make it highly desirable among collectors of unusual edible plants, tropical vines, medicinal herbs, and ethnobotanical species. Given proper care, this plant can become a rewarding long-term addition to a greenhouse, shade garden, or tropical plant collection.

These healthy starter plants are grown pesticide-free and shipped with established roots, ready to continue growing in their new home. Long Pepper remains difficult to find in cultivation, making it an excellent choice for rare plant enthusiasts and specialty gardeners.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Piper Longum starter plant
✔️ Approximately 5–10 inches tall
✔️ Healthy rooted plant with rootball
✔️ Rare tropical spice and herb species
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Long Pepper, Pipali, Pipili
Botanical Name: Piper longum
Plant Type: Tropical perennial vine
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Bright shade to filtered sunlight
Soil: Rich, slightly acidic, well-draining soil
Watering: Regular; keep soil consistently moist
Mature Height: 6–12+ feet with support
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 10–11
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Keep your Piper Longum in bright shade or filtered light and never allow the soil to dry out completely. Protect from temperatures below 50°F and provide support as the vine matures and begins climbing.

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