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Tasmannia lanceolata | Mountain Pepper

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DESCRIPTION
Tasmannia lanceolata produces small, creamy white flowers in late spring to early summer, appearing in clusters along the stems and followed by glossy dark berries. Lance-shaped leaves are deep green with a smooth, leathery texture, often flushed with reddish tones on new growth and along the stems. When crushed, the foliage releases a distinctive peppery aroma, and the plant develops a dense, upright structure that carries both flowers and fruit through the season.

Native to southeastern Australia and Tasmania, this species has long been valued for its aromatic foliage and culinary use. It is well suited to sheltered borders, woodland gardens, and mixed plantings, where its evergreen presence and ornamental berries provide year-round interest.

DESCRIPTION
Tasmannia lanceolata produces small, creamy white flowers in late spring to early summer, appearing in clusters along the stems and followed by glossy dark berries. Lance-shaped leaves are deep green with a smooth, leathery texture, often flushed with reddish tones on new growth and along the stems. When crushed, the foliage releases a distinctive peppery aroma, and the plant develops a dense, upright structure that carries both flowers and fruit through the season.

Native to southeastern Australia and Tasmania, this species has long been valued for its aromatic foliage and culinary use. It is well suited to sheltered borders, woodland gardens, and mixed plantings, where its evergreen presence and ornamental berries provide year-round interest.

 

  • Family: Winteraceae
    Height: 10 ft to 15 ft
    Width: 6 ft to 10 ft
    Foliage color: Glossy deep green leaves with reddish stems and aromatic peppery fragrance
    Flower color: Small creamy white to pale yellow flowers with a soft clustered appearance
    Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
    Light requirements: Partial shade to full sun in cooler climates
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low; prune lightly to shape and remove any dead or damaged wood
    Growing zone: USDA zones 7 to 10
    Wildlife attractors: Pollinators attracted to flowers and birds attracted to dark berries

    This plant can be seen at the Washington Park Arboretum.

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