Schinus terebinthifolius

Scientific name

Schinus terebinthifolius

Common name

Brazilian Pepper or Japanese Pepper Tree

Family

Anacardiaceae

Priority

High

Plant description

Native to Brazil, the tree was introduced as a street tree and garden specimen. There are male and female trees. Red berries are spread by birds. It grows vigorously from roots when cut.

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