Scientific Name: Piper Cubeba
Origin: Malaysia
AKA: Cubeb, Tailed Pepper, False Pepper
Parts Used: Fruit
Active Compounds: Volatile oil, cubebin, piperidine, resin, fixed oil
Background: The cubeb plant originally comes from Indonesia. It is now grown in many parts of Asia. It grows well in the shade and is often found near coffee bushes where it can be protected from the sun.
Its spicy, peppery flavor makes it a good additive to food.
Description: The cubeb plant is a perennial. It grows tall, up to 20 feet high. The fruit is brown and round and grows from the small flowers of the plant. The leaves are oval shaped and green in color.
Safety: Cubeb berry should not be used by those who suffer from inflammation of the digestive tract. Consult your health care provider before beginning use of any herb.
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