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Black Pepper (Kali Mirch / Maricha)
Piper nigrum
ଗୋଲମରିଚ (Gola Maricha)काली मिर्च (Kali Mirch)Maricha
- Family
- Piperaceae
- Origin
- Western Ghats India
- Plant Type
- Climber
- Habitat
- Both
About the Plant
Woody perennial climbing vine rooting at swollen nodes; broadly ovate leathery dark-green leaves, and pendulous spikes of small spherical green to black drupes.
Traditional Uses
Indigestion, obesity, congestion, sinusitis, flatulence, and metabolic sluggishness
Parts Used
Dried mature unripe berries
Ayurvedic Properties
- Rasa: Katu
- Guna: Laghu, Teekshna
- Virya: Ushna
- Vipaka: Katu
Health Benefits
- Thermogenic metabolism booster, enhances micronutrient assimilation, and relieves chest congestion
Precautions
Avoid in active peptic ulceration and esophageal reflux disease
Interesting Facts
Historically known as 'Black Gold' and was used as standard currency in ancient Mediterranean trade