peppertree

/ˈpɛpətriː/

Definitions

1. noun

a small tree or shrub of the genus Schinus, particularly the Schinus lanceolatus, that has small greenish flowers and red or purple berries.

“The peppertree in our backyard attracts many birds and bees.”

2. noun

any of various other plants that resemble the Schinus lanceolatus.

“The peppertree in the park had beautiful flowers this time of year.”

Synonyms

  • Christmas bush
  • Schinus

Antonyms

  • dead plant
  • poisonous plant