According to UF/IFAS, Brazilian pepper tree is among the most abundant invasive species in the Everglades and covers 700,000 acres of the state.

The elusive “pinkish” species from Brazil, normally found wandering on trees, is already being targeted by the pet trade for its size and unique color, according to a study.

At that time however, DEP determined the mangroves on his property were "largely intact" and only slightly damaged during the removal of other vegetation such as invasive Brazilian pepper trees ...

That time, however, the state determined the mangroves were "largely intact" and only slightly damaged during the removal of other vegetation such as invasive Brazilian pepper trees, DEP emails say.