Zanthoxylum piperitum

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Zanthoxylum piperitum

Also known as: Szechuanpepper, Japanese Pepper, Sansho

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Plant Properties

Layer: Shrub

Format: Smal

Height: 2.00 m

Width: 2.00 m

Growth Rate: -

Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-9

Soil Moisture:
Moist

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral Basic

Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit, Leaves, Condiment, Seed

Edibility:
(3)

Medicinal:
(2)

Features:
Parasiticide, Fragrant

Description

Cooked seeds can be ground into a powder and used as a spice, similar to pepper. The fruit can also be used, often after heating to release its full flavor. The ground and dried roasted fruit is used in Chinese 'five-spice powder.' Additionally, the bark and leaves are used as a spice. Young leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked, often added to soups or salads for extra flavor.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09

End of Harvest: 31/10

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild	Description
Diospyros kaki Persimmon	Diospyros kaki (kaki persimmon) can benefit from the protective properties of Zanthoxylum piperitum, which can deter pests due to its aromatic qualities.
Rubus idaeus Raspberry	Rubus idaeus (raspberry) grows well alongside Zanthoxylum piperitum, sharing nutrients and attracting beneficial insects that promote pollination.
Pinus nigra var. maritima Corsican Pine	Mentha spicata (spearmint) can enhance the growth of Zanthoxylum piperitum by attracting pollinators and repelling certain pests.
Prunus cerasus Sour cherry	Prunus cerasus (sour cherry) can provide shade and retain soil moisture in proximity to Zanthoxylum piperitum, which can benefit its root system.
Viburnum opulus Highbush cranberry	Viburnum opulus (European cranberrybush) helps with pest control and can enhance the biodiversity of the garden when grown near Zanthoxylum piperitum.