Plants of the San Marcos Foothills Preserve
Schinus molle (Peruvian Peppertree)
Uncommon, native, perennial shrub found in coastal sage-scrub plant community, but also on the edges of oak woodland. Flowers are yellow (aging red). Blooms in spring. Previous scientific name: Lotus scoparius.
Schinus molle (Peruvian Peppertree). NON-NATIVE. Pictured in winter.
Schinus molle (Peruvian Peppertree). NON-NATIVE. Pictured in autumn.
Schinus molle (Peruvian Peppertree). NON-NATIVE. Pictured in autumn.
Schinus molle (Peruvian Peppertree). NON-NATIVE. Pictured in autumn.
Schinus molle (Peruvian Peppertree). NON-NATIVE. Pictured in winter.