Black Pepper Vine (Piper nigrum)

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Loved around the world, Black Pepper is a perennial woody vine native to southern Asia. Piper Nigrum can obtain heights of up to to 13 ft and is perfect for trellises, porches, fences, and poles with it's spreading vine. These vines will easily root and take hold to soil and surfaces, making this a great plant for cultivation. 

The fruiting vine bears small flowers which can produce long spikes (around 3-7 inches long) of dark red fruit.  These drupes are commonly called peppercorns and can grow in clusters of 20-30. These fruit are picked and dried in the sun or artificially, and crushed into pepper. Depending on when the fruit is harvested and dried can result in variations such as black, white, or green pepper. Black Pepper grows best in well drained and moist soils. It requires soil with plenty of nutrition, but isn't picky about altitude.  It even makes an excellent houseplant in temperate climates.  

Plant Type:
Perennial Fruiting Vine

Harvest Season:
Red berries ripen 9 months after flowering

Mature Size:
Can grow to about 13 ft. long

Soil & Moisture:
Well-draining, rich in organic matter with consistent watering.

Light Requirements:
Part Shade

Self-Fertile:
Yes

Growth Rate:
Slow, Medium

Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 9-11 with frost protection.; Patio/Greenhouse 4+

Propagation:
Medium Pot Size: Grown from micropropagation, capable of harvest within 2-3 years
Large Pot Size: Capable of harvest within 1-3 years

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4.0
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
Based on 5 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 3 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 0
60%would recommend this product
5 reviews
  • NP
    Nadia P.
    Verified Buyer
    Years Gardening 10+
    Grown This Variety Before? No
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Plant was suffering upon arrival.

    The purchase was okay, the plant seems to be struggling right off the bat. Luckily plant moms are ready to save plants 😂

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    Sow Exotic Nursery
    1 month ago

    Thanks for your feedback! We’re sorry to hear your Black Pepper Vine is struggling. Since it’s a tropical plant, it can slow down in the winter due to cooler temperatures and lower light levels.

    We’ve got a helpful Winter Care Guide here: https://sowexotic.com/blogs/thrive/dormant-plant-care-a-seasonal-guide-to-nurturing-your-garden-in-wintertime

    If you need any additional help, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at care@sowexotic.com

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    MAKENZIE
    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    2 Stars

    This is my second time buying this plant and the new growth never starts. It just burns on the leafs and dies. Don’t know why wish they had a list or better planting instructions.

  • AH
    Allison H.
    Flag of United States
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    Black Pepper Vine

    My three black pepper vines were packaged securely. My plants were delivered in perfect condition. They are gorgeous and thriving!

  • AH
    Ann H.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    As advertised, excellent

    Plant was as advertised and was delivered in excellent shape

  • AH
    Ann H.
    Flag of United States
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    Plant was as advertised and

    Plant was as advertised and was delivered in excellent shape

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