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California pepper tree

(US) A South American tree () grown for its attractive weeping habit and colorful fruits, which are used as a spice called pink peppercorns.

ˌkæləˈfɔɹnjə ˈpɛpɚ ˈtɹi230 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(US) A South American tree () grown for its attractive weeping habit and colorful fruits, which are used as a spice called pink peppercorns.

Origin: From : Thought of as a California tree due to having been grown there for centuries, even though it isn't native. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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