![]() It is naturally found within the Americas, but has also been imported to plantations across Asia and Oceania. Mahogany is used commercially for a wide variety of goods, due to its coloring and durable nature. Mahogany is a straight- grained, reddish-brown timber of three tropical hardwood species of the genus Swietenia, indigenous to the Americas and part of the pantropical chinaberry family, Meliaceae. Honduran mahogany tree, Swietenia macrophylla Honduran mahogany Foliage of a mahogany tree Red mahogany tree Khaya anthotheca Mahogany tree plantation in Jessore, Bangladesh ![]() For other uses, see Mahogany (disambiguation). ![]() Aquarium and Pond Plants of the World Edition 3, USDA APHIS PPQ. Invasive Plant Atlas of the United States.Scientists Use Invasive Plant to Treat Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria. Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants.Some parts of the tree can also be used as a treatment for urinary infections as well as respiratory infections 4. ![]() The leaves of the Brazilian Peppertree are most commonly known to be used as an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory treatment for wounds and ulcers. The extract of the Brazilian Peppertree’s berries has recently been found to disrupt the signaling among methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. The Brazilian Peppertree is most commonly used in the field of medicine. This aggressive weed displaces native plants in Florida where it is considered the most invasive plant species 1. It has the ability to withstand floods, fires, droughts and re-sprouts quickly after being cut. The Brazilian Peppertree has a rapid growth and reproduction rate as it not only produces many seeds but also can endure harsh resource conditions. The Brazilian Peppertree is native to South America and was introduced into the United States beginning in the 1840’s 5.įigure 9 The native range map of the Brazilian Peppertree 3. Where the Brazilian Peppertree is invasive it invades multiple habitats including old fields, forests, hammocks, ditches, and wetlands. This tree forms dense thickets that displace native vegetation. Native Range: These trees can be found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. These fruits ripen by December in Southern California.įigure 8 Red berries of the Brazilian Peppertree 9. At maturity the berries of this tree become bright red with dark brown seeds which measuring 0.3mm in diameter. The berries of the Brazilian Peppertree are clusters of glossy fruit that appear green initially. These flowers are in season from September through November.įigure 6 Twigs where clusters of white flowers form, taken by: Cheyenne Walser. The male and female flowers of the Brazilian Peppertree have similar characteristics. The flowers of the Brazilian Peppertree are clusters of small, white, 5-petaled flowers which measure approximately 2-3 inches long. Figure 4 A close up of the twig on a Brazilian Peppertree 11.įigure 5 Close up of Brazilian Peppertree’s bark. During maturity the bark becomes rough and the splits turn a red/brown color 11. The bark of this tree is initially smooth with a gray/brown color. The twigs are v-shaped and have a smooth texture. The twigs of the Brazilian Peppertree are a yellow-green color. Taken by: Cheyenne Walserįigure 3 Bottom of a Brazilian Peppertree’s leaf. The leaves of the Brazilian Peppertree have a strong scent of pepper or turpentine when crushed.įigure 2 Top of a Brazilian Peppertree’s leaf. The leaves are pinnately compound meaning the “leaflets are attached along an extension of the petiole called a rachis there is a terminal leaflet and therefore an odd number of leaflets” 8. Brazilian Peppertree leaves are dark green, 1-2 inches long, and slightly toothed along the leaflet margins. Leaves: The leaves on the Brazilian Peppertree usually alternate in pattern (Figure 2). The Brazilian Peppertree has a good resilience for shade and an extremely poor resilience for cold temperature making it restricted to invading only in warmer southern California areas 10.įigure 1 Brazilian Peppertree. They commonly grow in wide range of hydrologic conditions and in areas of secondary succession as a pioneer species 6. These small trees reach approximately thirty feet in height at maturity and have a life span of around 30 years. Habit: The Brazilian Peppertree is a small tree or shrub that invades natural and distributed areas in Hawaii, Florida, Texas, and California 5. Scientific Name: Schinus terebinthifolius
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