Pink Pepper

Pink pepper belongs to the anacardiacee family and is a native to Peru and Chile. It is not a variety of pepper: it takes its name because of similarity of its fruits, yet they have totally different texture and flavor. It contains resin, tannin, glucose. It is a great natural remedy for its diuretic, antiseptic and disinfectant properties. It is used in case of rheumatism, menstrual spasm, bronchitis, urinary system infections. It is chewed as a simple remedy for colds, coughs and asthma in its country of origin. It is slightly spicy and has a typical sweet-resinous aroma. Its berries should be used sparingly, as it can be slightly toxic. Dried pink pepper (ground or beans) is also available.