Black Pepper (Piper Nigrum) is a perennial vine in the Piperaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.
Piper nigrum is a perennial flowering vine cultivated for its fruit, known as peppercorn, which is used as a spice.
Black Pepper
Piper Nigrum
Piper nigrum is a perennial flowering vine cultivated for its fruit, known as peppercorn, which is used as a spice.
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