Oher Names : the Balinese long pepper, Javanese long pepper, Cubeb, 假荜拔, jia bi ba, ដីប្លី (Dei-Phlei), ดีปลี (Dee'bPlee).<br>a flowering vine in the family Piperaceae, cultivated for its fruit, which is usually dried and used as a spice and seasoning. The fruit of Piper retrofractum is similar in appearance and taste to that of the Indian long pepper (P. longum).<br>See also : [[Piperine]]
==Special Precautions of Piper retrofractum==
* People with Pitta imbalance will find it hard to tolerate this spicy root
* It may cause or worsen gastritis, burning sensation in the stomach, throat, palm and feet.
* It is best to avoid long term usage of this herb.
* Can be used during pregnancy and lactation with consultation of a doctor.
* Better to avoid during pregnancy
==Health Benefits and Uses of Piper retrofractum==
* Hemorrhoids, Fistula : Useful in outward growths like hemorrhoids, piles, fistula etc. : Chavya Powder should be taken with pippali herb in hemorrhoids.