"California pepper tree" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: California pepper trees [plural]
Etymology: California + pepper tree: Thought of as a California tree due to having been grown there for centuries, even though it isn't native. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|California|pepper tree}} California + pepper tree Head templates: {{en-noun|-|s}} California pepper tree (usually uncountable, plural California pepper trees)
  1. (US) A South American tree (Schinus molle) grown for its attractive weeping habit and colorful fruits, which are used as a spice called pink peppercorns. Tags: US, uncountable, usually Categories (topical): Spices Categories (place): California, USA Categories (lifeform): Sumac family plants

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