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Piper betle

Also Known As

  • Betel Leaf

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-60'
  • W: 3'-60'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Piper betle plant details

Piper betle is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Piper betle

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: schisandraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 60 FT - wide, 3 FT - 60 FT - tall
Uses: heart-shaped leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Piper betle

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Betel Leaf is a shade-loving, subtropical vine in the same plant family as black pepper and kava. It has glossy, heart-shaped leaves and needs to be grown on a stake or trellis. It prefers moist soil in a partially sunlit location. Betel Leaf is grown in Asia for its stimulant properties.

Gardening facts about Piper betle plant

How to Grow Piper betle

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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