Brazilian Pepper Tree

Schinus terebinthifolia is a sprawling evergreen shrub or small tree reaching heights of thirty feet, characterized by a dense, multi-trunked growth habit. Its glossy, odd-pinnate leaves emit a peppery aroma when crushed, while clusters of small white flowers give way to showy, bright red berries in winter. Though used ornamentally for its decorative fruit and foliage, it is highly invasive in tropical regions, thriving in both wet and dry conditions from coastal dunes to inland forests.