Editing Pepper elder (section)

== Introduction ==

'''Peperomia pellucida''', commonly known as “Pepper elder” or “Rat ears,” is a species within the family Piperaceae. This plant is native to tropical regions, including Mexico, Central and South America, the West Indies, and has naturalized in parts of the southeastern U.S. and Hawaii<ref>https://gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/peperomia/peperomia-pellucida-from-seed.htm</ref>. It is often classified as a weed in some areas but is valued for its medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory, chemotherapeutic, and analgesic effects<ref>https://drugs.com/npp/peperomia-pellucida.html</ref>. The plant’s versatility extends to culinary uses, where it is consumed in salads or cooked in soups<ref>https://gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/peperomia/peperomia-pellucida-from-seed.htm</ref>.

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