Piper nigrum
Piperaceae
Black pepper
Therapeutic Actions
analgesic | antibacterial | antifungal | anti-inflammatory |
antimicrobial | antioxidant | antiseptic | antismoking |
antispasmodic | antiviral | aperitive | aphrodisiac |
bitter | carminativw | diaphoretic | digestant |
diuretic | febrifuge | laxative | neuroprotective |
orexigenic | rubefacient | stimulant | stomachic |
tonic | vasodilator |
Common Uses
Emotional support (exhaustion, concentration, fatigue)
Arthritis
Infections (UTI, viral)
Digestive support (constipation, flatulence, appetite, food poisoning)
Circulation
Hangover/headaches
Muscle support (sprains, stiffness, muscle degeneration)
Arthritis
Contraindications & Safety
Oxidized essential oil may cause skin irritation
Not for use on babies or children
Lack of safety information during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Do not confuse with Piper longum (different safety profile)
Hydrosol of Piper nigrum is contraindicated for kidney disease
Primary Constituents
Monoterpene
Delta-3-carene
Limonene
Myrcene
Pinene
Sabinene
Sesquiterpene
Beta-caryophyllene