Thin pepper tree seeds

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300 seeds 8 grams Common name: Peruvian pepper Thin-leaved variety Scientific name: Schinus molle Also known as: American pepper - false pepper The Peruvian pepper tree is an evergreen tree, reaching up to 15 meters in height, with a diameter ranging from 25 to 35 cm. It has an open, umbrella-shaped crown, and the leaves are alternate, evergreen, pinnate, with entire, lanceolate to oval-shaped leaflets. It is used to produce pink pepper. Despite its name, pink pepper is a false pepper and is not related to black pepper. It has a strong aromatic scent when its leaves are rubbed; the scent is similar to fresh mango. • Flower of the Peruvian pepper, thin-leaved variety: The small white flowers grow in clusters, reaching sizes between 5 cm and 15 cm, blooming from March to May. • Fruit and seeds of the Peruvian pepper, thin-leaved variety: The pink fruits resemble peppercorns, measuring between 0.5 cm and 0.7 cm, containing a seed inside. • Growing season for the Peruvian pepper, thin-leaved variety: It is planted at the end of winter, and can also be cultivated year-round in protected agricultural environments, enclosed or plastic-covered areas where temperature can be controlled, and where plants receive adequate sunlight. Suitable climate and soil for the Peruvian pepper, thin-leaved variety: The plant requires full sunlight with some humidity, regular watering, and has moderate salt tolerance. It thrives in most well-drained soils but is not highly tolerant. It can withstand temperatures down to 5°C but is sensitive to cold, dry winds. The plant is suitable for areas that do not experience frost. • How to cultivate the Peruvian pepper, thin-leaved variety: It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. • Benefits and uses: The pink seeds are used as a spice instead of black pepper, and also as an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, diuretic, wound healer, and beneficial for respiratory infections. It is also an ornamental tree providing shade.