Betel Pepper
Piper betel
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Piperaceae
- Genus:
- Piper
- Species:
- Piper betel
- USDA Symbol:
- PIBE3
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 1500 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers shaded, humid environments