Not reminiscing a peppercorn at all is the skinny pinecone looking, Long Pepper. The long Peppercorn is grown in India and Indonesia but imported to many parts of Africa as well. Although unknown in the west there is many cultures who prefer the Long Peppercorn. It tastes similar to Black Pepper, but the earthy notes that hit the back of your mouth and very distinctive. 
 
Origin - Java Indonesia