pepper tree

botany

The term "pepper tree" primarily refers to various trees in the genus Schinus, known for their peppercorn-like fruits, and native to South America.

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Definition

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(technical, academic)A tree in the genus Schinus, notable for its aromatic leaves and small, often pink or red, fruits that resemble peppercorns.

Example

The pepper tree in the garden is laden with bright pink fruits.

C2Botany

(technical, academic)A native New Zealand shrub from the genus Pseudowintera, used in traditional medicines and known for its greenish-yellow flowers and red-blotched leaves.

Example

The traditional healer used leaves from the pepper tree for medicinal purposes.

Similar

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