Some Common Plants of Upper Newport Bay
Brazilian Pepper
(Schinus terebinthifolius)
Plant: Native tree of Brazil that grows to 40 feet. Rapid spreading tree that has become a nuisance at Upper Newport Bay. Very invasive. Common.
Flower: Small greenish-yellow, inconspicuous.
Leaf: Green compound leaves with smooth edges. Smell of turpentine when crushed.
Berries: Small red, conspicuous in winter.
Flowering period:
September to October
Can be found here:
Big Canyon, Back Bay Drive, Too Many Places
Native: No
Halophyte: No
Family Name: Cashew
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Similar Species: Toyon
Date: 3/19/2003