Is adaptable, tender to half hardy. East of Bldg 2 in front of the bldg. Small to medium evergreen tree growing to a height of 25 to 35 ft with a spread of 30 to 35 ft. Has a dome to broad dome habit. Rapid rate of growth, single or multi-trunked, shaggy, exfoliating bark.
Leaves pinnately compound.
Pronounced venation on leaflets. Tree does not have a weeping habit like California Pepper. Leaves darker green. Flowers are small cream white in summer. Fruit is a bright red peppercorn like fruit which is conspicuous to showy in the fall and winter.