Ethiopian Pepper (Xylopia aethiopica) Xylopia aethiopica, also known as Ethiopian Pepper, black pepper, or Grains of Selim among many other common names, is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, lowland forests. This evergreen, aromatic tree can reach up to 5 meters in height. Its leaves are oblong-elliptic, and … Continue reading Ethiopian Pepper (Xylopia aethiopica)