Chilean pepper tree
Schinus latifolius
Family: Anacardiaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 2-4 m tall. The leaves are alternate and 3-7 cm long. They are wavy along the edge. The flowers are in groups in the axils of the leaves near the ends of the branches. The fruit is 3-4 mm across and round and red.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. Mt Lofty Botanical Gardens.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Brazil, Chile (country/location of origin), South America
How it is used for food
The fruit are used to make wine.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Molle