Tasmannia lanceolata Mountain Pepper (Male)

Tasmanian Mountain Pepper is a striking Australian native and a wonderful bush food plant from the cool, temperate rainforests of Tasmania, Victoria and New South Wales. Growing as a tall evergreen shrub or small tree, it features distinctive reddish branches and smooth, narrow green leaves. Small clusters of creamy flowers appear in September, followed by dark red berries on female plants, which ripen to black around March and April. Both the leaves and berries can be dried and used as a delicious cooking spice, while the milled berries make an excellent native alternative to traditional pepper. The berries are also enjoyed by native bird.

Please note: You’ll need both a female and male plant to produce fruit. 

Soil: Choose a free draining spot and prepare the site with compost and manure, then mulch well after planting to keep the soil moist. 
Conditions: Plant in a sheltered site that is either in dappled shade or receives morning sun. Frost, wind and cold tolerant.
Size: Height 3-5m x width 2-3m. The tree can grow to 10m in native habitats.