Peruvian pepper seeds (thin leaves)

Common name: Peruvian pepper, fine-leaved Scientific name: Schinus molle Also called: American pepper, false pepper Description: • Large, perennial, evergreen tree, reaching up to 15 meters in height, its fruits are pinkish berries, from which pink pepper is made. Despite its name, pink pepper is a false pepper and is not related to black pepper. It has a fragrant, pungent aroma when its leaves are rubbed; the scent is similar to fresh mango, which belongs to the same botanical family. Flowers: • Its small white flowers form dense clusters at the ends of drooping branches, blooming in spring. Uses and benefits: • The pink seeds of the plant are used as a spice instead of black pepper, and also as a remedy for pain, inflammation, antibacterial and antiviral, diuretic, wound dressing, and beneficial in chest infections. Original habitat: • Its original habitat is Peru and South America, and it is also found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is cultivated in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf countries. Climate and soil conditions suitable for cultivation: • Tolerant of drought and thirst, highly resistant to harsh conditions and heat. Method and timing of planting: • Propagated by seeds or cuttings in spring.