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Plant Safely in Drought-Tolerant Landscapes

Schinus molle

Scientific Name:
Schinus molle

Common Name:
Pepper Tree, Peruvian Pepper Tree

Thorns/Spines?	How is this plant unsafe?	How do you plant safely?
No	Leaves can cause dermatitis.	Use caution when working with this plant and consider wearing protective clothing such as long sleeves, long pants, gloves, sturdy shoes and eye protection.