The black peppercorn is native to southern India but is now cultivated in various parts of the world. These are little black pellets that are produced from unripe berries of the pepper vine that are harvested, cooked and dried. The black peppercorn is native to southern India but is now cultivated in various parts of the world. Tellicherry is the best-known variety and has a very strong flavour. The flavours of the black peppercorn vary according to the tropics they are grown in and the harvesting practices that are employed in their cultivation.