Urban Platter long pepper pippali) powder 125g/ 4.4oz [all natural premium quality aromatic] long pepper sometimes called Indian long pepper is a flowering vine in the family piperaceae cultivated for its fruit which is usually dried and used as a spice and seasoning. It is a close relative of the common table spice black pepper and is similarly pungent and heating. Pippali stimulates metabolism and helps maintain a healthy digestive environment. Used in a variety of ayurvedic medicines and can be used instead of black pepper for seasoning.