Zanthoxylum simulans |
Native Region: China, Japan, Taiwan
Zone Range: 06-09
Preferred Climate: Temperate
Harvest Date: Sunday 06 October, 2024
Seed count: 20-25
Description:
Large deciduous shrub/small tree with green pinnate leaves. Trunk has pyramidal spines on smooth grey bark. Bears panicles of green flowers in summer, followed by aromatic pink fruit. Height/spread 15-20 feet.
Notes:
The young leaves are used in Japan as a vegetable and garnish.The pink seed coating is a popular spice in many oriental dishes.
Cultivation:
For maximum freshness, keep seed refrigerated in its original packaging until time to plant. Sow seed in containers in a coldframe in the fall. If seed is stored, cold stratification for 3 months or scarification may help germination. Grow on in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun.
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