Piper longum (Long Pepper) Fruit

Whole
  • Product Type: Whole
  • Common Name: Long Pepper Fruit, Indian Long Pepper, Pippali Pepper, Pippali
  • Botanical Name: Piper longum
  • Family: Piperaceae
  • Part Used: Fruit
  • Origin: India
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DESCRIPTION

Plant Profile
Long pepper, known botanically as Piper longum, is a small climbing plant that grows for many years. It spreads along the ground or climbs nearby plants for support. The stems have joints and often grow roots when they touch the soil. The leaves are dark green, smooth, and heart-shaped. The flowers grow on thin upright spikes. What we call the fruit is actually a tight bunch of many tiny berries joined together. These spikes are green at first and become darker as they mature. Long pepper grows naturally in warm and humid regions. In India, it is found from the Himalayan foothills to Assam and is also grown in parts of Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Healthcare Perspective
Long pepper has been used in everyday healing for a very long time. It is mostly known for helping digestion and easing breathing problems. In Ayurveda, it is considered a warming herb and is often used when the body feels heavy, cold, or congested. It is rarely taken alone. Instead, it is mixed with other herbs to make them work better. One common example is the Trikatu blend, which includes long pepper, black pepper, and ginger. This mixture is traditionally used to improve appetite, clear mucus, and support recovery during long illnesses. In Siddha practice, long pepper is also used for cough, asthma, and weak digestion. Older healing systems outside India mentioned it for similar reasons. Even today, it is used when digestion feels slow or uncomfortable, especially in cold conditions.

Phytochemical Composition
Long pepper contains natural compounds that give it its strong taste and warming effect. One of the main compounds is piperine, which is present in small amounts but is very active. It is known to help the body absorb nutrients more easily.
The fruit also contains other plant compounds and small amounts of natural oils that create its sharp smell. There are also flavonoids and related substances found in the fruit. Together, these compounds explain why long pepper has remained important in traditional use for digestion and overall strength.

Precautions
Do not use if you have abdominal pain or diarrhea. Consult a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications. Discontinue use if diarrhea or loose stools occur. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Not intended for long-term use.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.*