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Root Beer Plant

Piper auritum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Piperales ›Family: Piperaceae ›Genus: Piper

About

Piper auritum (Hoja santa) is an aromatic herb with a heart-shaped, velvety leaf which grows in tropic Mesoamerica. The name hoja santa means "sacred leaf" in Spanish. It is also known as yerba santa, hierba santa, Mexican pepperleaf, acuyo, tlanepa, anisillo, root beer plant, Vera Cruz pepper and sacred pepper.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Root Beer Plant?
The scientific name of Root Beer Plant is Piper auritum.
What kingdom does Root Beer Plant belong to?
Root Beer Plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Root Beer Plant belong to?
Root Beer Plant belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Root Beer Plant belong to?
Root Beer Plant belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Root Beer Plant belong to?
Root Beer Plant belongs to the order Piperales.
What family does Root Beer Plant belong to?
Root Beer Plant belongs to the family Piperaceae.
What genus does Root Beer Plant belong to?
Root Beer Plant belongs to the genus Piper.