Peruvian Peppertree (Schinus molle) Tree - Evergreen Ornamental Trees

Peruvian Peppertree (Schinus molle) Tree

Peruvian Peppertree (Schinus molle) Tree - Ornamental Trees. The False Pepper or Peruvian Peppertree botanically belongs to the Cashews (Anacardiaceae) family. It is native to the South American continent, specifically the southern and western part of the continent. It is an evergreen tree of medium size, with a height of up to about 15 m. It has a fast growth rate, a weeping appearance, a spherical shape and a medium-dense crown. The leaves, which give off the smell of pepper, are odd pinnately compound, glossy, green, and have lanceolate leaflets with serrated margins. The dioecious flowers appear from late winter to spring, sprouting on an raceme inflorescence. From spring to autumn on the female trees the fruits are produced. The fruits, which also give off the smell of pepper, are red-coloured drupes, which, when dried, have the ability to substitute for the taste of real pepper. The False Pepper or Peruvian Peppertree is a fairly easy tree to grow. It can be planted in a variety of outdoor environments as it can withstand relatively low temperatures, drought, and almost any soil type as long as it has excellent drainage. It can be used both in gardening and in landscape architecture, planted alone as a plant of particular beauty, in groups and also in compositions with other plants. Also, thanks to its resistance to salt sprays, it is even planted in seaside gardens. In addition, it can be used to create tree rows and windbreaks.

► It is offered at a price determined by the particular characteristics of the tree, such as the size of the pot, its height, and age. Large trees are also available for sale (and planting) upon prior arrangement. In any case, the price or prices listed are indicative.

BRIEF INFORMATION FOR PERUVIAN PEPPERTREE

 

 

 

	FOLIAGE	Evergreen
	HEIGHT	8.00 - 15.00 m
	DIAMETER	8.00 - 10.00 m
	EXPOSURE	Sun, Half-Shade
	MINIMUM TEMPERATURES	From -6 to -9 °C
	WATERING	Little
	SOIL	Medium
	SOIL pH	Slightly Acidic to Alkaline (5.5 - 8.5)
	FLOWERS	White
	FLOWERING SEASON	Late Winter-Spring
	SEASIDE PLANTING	Yes

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