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Pippali - Piper longum Herb
Pippali Details : Piper longum or Indian Long Pepper is commonly known as Pippali in India. Belonging to the Piperaceae plant family, it is a slender aromatic climber with perennial woody roots.
Primarily cultivated for its fruit, the long pepper is dried and used as a spice and seasoning. It is similar to black pepper in terms of taste. It is often combined with ginger and black pepper to form the famous Trikatu (Three Spices). The key ingredient of Pippali Rasayana, pippali is beneficial for health in a number of ways. A number of health benefits of long pepper are found in Pippali Rasayana as well.
Pippali is widely used in Ayurvedic and Unani systems of medicine particularly for diseases of respiratory tract. The fruits are used for diseases of the respiratory tract, like, cough, bronchitis, asthma, etc. The seeds of the plants are useful remedies for sore throat and cough. Pippali improves digestion and respiration of the body and removes toxins. The herb is also a powerful rejuvenator (especially for the lungs) and when used with other herbs it helps in better absorption and effectiveness of the medicines. It also promotes longevity and blood purification. Today long pepper is a rarity in general commerce.
| Latin Names : | Piper longum Linn.(Piperaceae) |
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| English Name / Common Name : | Indian Long Pepper | |
| Sanskrit / Indian Name : | Pippali, Magadhi, Kana, Ushana, Pipal, Pipar |
