Organic Piper Longum (Long Pepper) Fruits
Organic Piper Longum (Long Pepper) Fruits
| Product Type | Whole |
| English/ Common Name | Long Pepper, Indian long pepper |
| Botanical Name | Piper longum |
| Indian Name | Pippali, Pipli, Lendi peepar, Pipal |
| Origin | India |
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General Usage
In Ayurvedic medicine, Piper longum is said to be a good rejuvenator. In traditional medicine, Piper longum is commonly used to treat chronic bronchitis, asthma, constipation, gonorrhea, paralysis of the tongue, diarrhea, cholera, chronic malaria, viral hepatitis, respiratory infections, stomachache, bronchitis, and diseases of spleen, cough, and tumors.
Overview
Piper longum has been a medicinal herb of great significance in Ayurveda. The pharmacological importance of long pepper makes it a popular herb in the nutraceutical industry. The long pepper fruit has antibacterial, diuretic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, anthelmintic, analgesic, carminative, laxative, emmenagogue, expectorant, and thermogenic properties.
Common Names
French: poivre long
Cambodia: môrech ansai
Germany: Pfefferstrauch, Bengal, Pfefferstrauch
Malaysia: chabai
Thailand: phrik-hang
For Educational Purpose Only
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Please be advised: Before making any changes to your diet you should always consult with your doctor, especially if you are pregnant, nursing or have existing conditions.
Precautionary Information / Contraindications: Piper longum should not be consumed during pregnancy or nursing. It should be consumed with a doctor’s advice if you are already on any medication. For further clarification, please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting consumption of Piper longum.
Storage Conditions: Piper longum should be kept in an airtight container/ bottle away from direct sunlight in a cool & dry place.
Note: The product is organically grown and processed as per national and international guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Agriculture and Manufacturing practice (GAMP). The product is 100% vegetarian and vegan.
References:
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2005290111600204
- https://www.planetayurveda.com/library/pippali-piper-longum/
