Piperaceae

  • Family

    Piperaceae (Magnoliophyta)

  • Scientific Name

    Piperaceae

  • Common Names

    Pepper Family

  • Description

    Number of genera: 10

    Number of species: 1400-2000

    Taxonomic notes (from PLANTAE): The Piperales, containing Piperaceae, Peperomiaceae and Saururaceae form a natural group long thought to have been derived from the Magnoliales. Burger (1977) suggested that the Piperaceae and the Nymphaeales may in fact be derived from monocots.

    Distribution (from PLANTAE): This family is widespread in the tropics of both the Old and New Worlds, often occupying mesic, shady habitats.

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