Scindapsus officinalis is a species of flowering plants in the Araceae family.

[2] The plant has local names such as pipul, gajpipul, and tiakathal.

[3] The species is a large climbing liana with a thick stem and broad, dark green leaves.

It is native to tropical forests of India, Myanmar, China, and Nepal.

[3] Fruits are cultivated in India and is an important ingredient in Ayurveda.