Piper sarmentosum

Also Known As

LA LOT WILD PEPPER
Wild Pepper

Plant type

perennial, herb, vine

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

9a-11

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Piper sarmentosum plant details

Piper sarmentosum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb or vine with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Piper sarmentosum

Plant type: perennial herb or vine
Plant family: schisandraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: culinary, edible, fragrant foliage, heart-shaped leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Piper sarmentosum

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

"LA LOT" - WILD PEPPER - A native of Vietnam and Thailand related to black pepper. Heart shaped leaves, shiny on top and matted on the underside. Somewhat pungent with a sweet spicy scent, greatly used in culinary dishes, raw sliced in salads, steamed as a vegetable.