Hierba santa
Piper sanctum
Family: Piperaceae
What it is like
An evergreen shrub. It grows 2-4 m tall.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in wet forests. It grows from sea level to 2,500 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Belize, Central America, Costa Rica, Mexico, North America
How it is used for food
The leaves are wrapped around fish while cooking to impart flavour. The leaves are also used to flavour soups.
Edible parts
Leaves - flavouring
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Aceuyo
Synonyms
Artanthe sancta Miq.; Piper diandrum C. DC.; Piper dissimulans Trel.; Piper heterophlebium Trel.; Piper papantlense C. DC.; Piper venulosum Trel.;