Pepper plants, birthworts, and allies (Piperales)

Pepper plants, birthworts, and allies

Pepper plants, birthworts, and allies encompasses a diverse group of flowering plants primarily distinguished by their often aromatic qualities. These plants typically display simple, alternate leaves that are key to their identification. Pepper plants, birthworts, and allies thrives in moist, shaded environments, where their distinct fragrance and pollinator-attracting flowers contribute to their ecological niche, facilitating survival and reproduction.

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Pepper plants, birthworts, and allies (Piperales)

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