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Schinus molle (California peppertree)
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1 hour care
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8m
Max height
Max height
8m
Max spread
Max spread
10-20 years
To maturity
To maturity
Low
Toxicity
Toxicity
Plant details
Botanical name
Schinus molle
Other names
California peppertree, Brazilian peppertree, Escobilla, Aroeira salsa, California peppertree, Brazilian peppertree, Peruvian mastic tree
Genus
Schinus Schinus
Species
S. molle - S. molle is a shrubby, evergreen tree with narrow, spiky leaves and in summer it has an abundance of small flowers formed in panicles that later turn to small, flesh-colored, berry-like fruits
Schinus molle is: Evergreen
Habit
Dense, Open branches
Toxicity
The seed has an allergenic substance that may irritate the mucus membrane.
Flower
White, Pale-yellow in Spring; Pale-yellow, White in Summer; White, Pale-yellow in Winter
Foliage
Dark-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
These pest a problem under glass.
Specific pests
Scale insects , Glasshouse red spider mite Scale insects , Glasshouse red spider mite
Diseases
Generally disease-free.
General care
Pruning
LIghtly prune in winter or early spring while dormant.
Propagation methods
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Schinus molle (California peppertree) will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 8m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, Low Maintenance
Cultivation
Plant in moist but free-draining, fertile soil in full sun, avoiding full afternoon sun. Choose a sheltered position.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
South, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
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Botanical name
Schinus molle
Other names
California peppertree, Brazilian peppertree, Escobilla, Aroeira salsa, California peppertree, Brazilian peppertree, Peruvian mastic tree
Genus
Schinus Schinus
Species
S. molle - S. molle is a shrubby, evergreen tree with narrow, spiky leaves and in summer it has an abundance of small flowers formed in panicles that later turn to small, flesh-colored, berry-like fruits
Native to
Peru
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Dense, Open branches
Toxicity
The seed has an allergenic substance that may irritate the mucus membrane.
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Colour
Flower
White, Pale-yellow in Spring; Pale-yellow, White in Summer; White, Pale-yellow in Winter
Foliage
Dark-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
These pest a problem under glass.
Specific pests
Scale insects , Glasshouse red spider mite
Diseases
Generally disease-free.
General care
Pruning
LIghtly prune in winter or early spring while dormant.
Propagation methods
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Schinus molle (California peppertree) will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 8m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, Low Maintenance
Cultivation
Plant in moist but free-draining, fertile soil in full sun, avoiding full afternoon sun. Choose a sheltered position.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
South, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
USDA zones
Zone 11, Zone 10, Zone 9, Zone 8
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