Piper Umbellatum (Piper Umbellatum) is a perennial shrub in the Piperaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Piper umbellatum is a soft-wooded aromatic evergreen shrub with broadly ovate to almost round leaves, native to tropical regions and used traditionally for medicinal and culinary purposes.

Piper Umbellatum

Piper Umbellatum

Piper Umbellatum

Piper umbellatum is a soft-wooded aromatic evergreen shrub with broadly ovate to almost round leaves, native to tropical regions and used traditionally for medicinal and culinary purposes.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, medicinal garden inclusion, groundcover in shaded areas

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Piper Umbellatum

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Piperaceae
Genus:Piper