Tasmannia lanceolata ‘Female’ – Mountain Pepper

Tasmannia lanceolata ‘Female’, commonly known as Mountain Pepper or Tasmanian Pepperberry, is a striking Australian native evergreen shrub valued for both its ornamental appeal and culinary qualities. Native to the cool, high-altitude woodlands of southeastern Australia, it brings a distinctive combination of attractive foliage, colourful stems and edible pepperberries to the garden.

The plant is particularly admired for its deep green foliage and contrasting red to reddish-purple new stems. Female plants produce small flowers followed by glossy berries that develop through the seasons, maturing to a deep, dark colour. The berries have a distinctive spicy, peppery flavour and are valued as an Australian native bush food.

Ideal for cool-climate gardens, native landscapes and productive gardens, Mountain Pepper can be grown as an ornamental shrub, informal screen or culinary plant. Provide a sheltered position with moist, well-drained soil for reliable growth.