Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Piperaceae

Genus:

Piper

Species:

Piper ponapense

USDA Symbol:

PIPO3

Growth Characteristics

Height:

300 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to humid, tropical environments