Spices · Botany

Which plant part of black pepper is commonly used as a spice?

  1. Underground rhizome
  2. Flower bud
  3. Seed aril
  4. Dried unripe fruit
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Correct answer: Dried unripe fruit

Black pepper is obtained from the dried unripe fruits of Piper nigrum. These fruits are commonly called peppercorns and develop their dark color after drying.

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