Indian Pepper
Piper nigrum

Indian pepper plant 

Piper nigrum, or Indian Pepper, is a hardy vine growing 10-15m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, partial shade, and is used for both culinary and medicinal purposes.


Picture illustrating Indian pepper plant 

Habit

Vine

Height

4 to10 m 

Growth

Medium

Soil

Well-drained, loamy soil

Shade

Partial

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

India, Southeast Asia

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Humid

Temperature (°)

20 to 30

Humidity (%)

70 to 90

Potting media

Coir-perlite mix

Fertilizers

Organic manure, NPK 4:2:3

Watering

High

Plant Weight 

200-400 g

Flowering Time

Year-round

Soil Ph level

5.5 to 6.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.3 to 1.0

Yield Per Plant 

1-2 kg/plant

NPK ratio 

08:08:08

life Span

3-15 years 

Health Benefits

Anti-inflammatory, promotes digestion

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Phytophthora Root Rot, Pepper Midge, Anthracnose, Aphids, Powdery Mildew 

Wilting, yellowing leaves, Deformed fruit, small holes, Dark sunken spots on fruit and leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves, White powdery patches on leaves 

Improve drainage, reduce watering, Neem oil, pheromone traps ,Remove affected fruit, neem oil, Insecticidal soap, neem oil ,Prune affected areas, apply sulfur sprays 

In-Organic Remedies

Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Insecticides with spinosad ,Fungicides with copper or mancozeb, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides with sulfur 

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