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Monkey Pepper
Xylopia aromatica

Strangely shaped fruit with numerous small lobes, arranged in a sort of cluster. Skin is light green, with red pulp which surrounds black seeds. The seeds have a taste and smell much like black pepper.

Description: Small tree to 20ft.

Hardiness: N/A

Growing Environment: N/A

Propagation: By seeds.

Uses: Seeds are used as a black pepper substitute in cooking.

Native Range: Native to scrub-land regions of Brazil.