Peppercorns* (Black)
Piper nigrum
Part Used
Fruit
Systems
Gastrointestinal
Actions
Aromatic; carminative; stimulant
Traditional Uses
May increase perspiration, and act as a mild gastrointestinal stimulant. Useful for digestion and flatulency. Also used traditionally as a mild expectorant for coughs, and to clear the lungs. Activates the medicinal properties of turmeric, and adds warmth and stimulation to tea formulas. ^2.
