pepper tree

/ˌpɛpər tri/

Other forms: pepper trees

Definitions of pepper tree

1. noun

   small Peruvian evergreen with broad rounded head and slender pendant branches with attractive clusters of greenish flowers followed by clusters of rose-pink fruits
   synonyms: Peruvian mastic tree, Schinus molle, molle

   type of:

   tree

   a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
2. noun

   small African deciduous tree with spreading crown having leaves clustered toward ends of branches and clusters of creamy flowers resembling lilacs
   synonyms: Kirkia wilmsii

   type of:

   tree

   a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms