Piper betle
Piper betle
- Native to:
- Andaman Is., Cambodia, Guam, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Myanmar, Nicobar Is., Palau, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Piperaceae
- Genus:
- Piper
- Species:
- Piper betle
- USDA Symbol:
- PIBE4
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Wildlife Benefits
- Butterflies & Moths:
- ★★★☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- good drainage preferred
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers humid tropical conditions