{"product_id":"himalaya-pebertrae-zanthoxylum-armatum-fro-10-stk","title":"Himalayan pepper tree (Zanthoxylum armatum) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFROST TOLERANT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eZanthoxylum armatum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Himalayan pepper tree, thorny toothbrush tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winged prickly ash, Nepal pepper, toothache tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"801\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"443\"\u003eZanthoxylum armatum\u003c\/em\u003e is an aromatic, deciduous small tree or shrub native to the Himalayan region, where it grows on mountain slopes and in open woodland from Pakistan to Southern China. It belongs to the same genus as the Japanese pepper, \u003ca title=\"Japanese pepper tree (Zanthoxylum piperitum) | seeds\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/sichuanpeber-zanthoxylum-piperitum-fro-10-stk?\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eZanthoxylum piperitum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, but differs by being \u003cstrong data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"798\"\u003emore robust, stronger in flavor, and with more distinct thorns on both branches and leaf stalks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eThe leaves are light green and pinnate, with a fresh citrus scent when rubbed. In the spring, small yellow-green flowers develop, later followed by reddish-brown fruits that open upon maturity to reveal shiny black seeds. The dried fruit husks constitute the well-known \u003cstrong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eSichuan or Himalayan pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e – known for its unique, tingling, and slightly citrusy flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eZanthoxylum armatum\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003efull sun to light partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003ewell-drained but moisture-retentive soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003emore cold-tolerant than many tropical species\u003c\/strong\u003e and can withstand light frost in Denmark (down to approx. –10 °C), especially when sheltered. In cold regions, it is recommended to overwinter it frost-free or provide shelter and root protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eThe plant grows at a moderate speed and can eventually reach a height of 2–4 meters. It tolerates pruning and is suitable as a solitary plant, in large pots, or as part of an herb garden with an exotic touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eCultivation from seeds:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eThe seeds are sown in a well-drained soil mixture and covered lightly. To break dormancy, they can be stratified—placed in damp sand at approx. 5 °C for 1–2 months before sowing. However, we have already stratified the seeds for you. Germination typically occurs after 4–8 weeks at 20–25 °C. The young plants quickly develop thorns and can be planted out once the risk of frost is over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eBoth the fruits and leaves of \u003cem data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003eZanthoxylum armatum\u003c\/em\u003e are used in cooking and traditional medicine. The dried fruits are used as a spice in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003eSichuan and Nepalese cuisine\u003c\/strong\u003e, where they provide the characteristic, slightly numbing, and citrusy flavor. In Asia, the plant's branches are also used as natural toothbrushes—hence the name \u003cem data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003etoothache tree\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003eCompared to \u003ca title=\"Japanese pepper tree (Zanthoxylum piperitum) | seeds\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/sichuanpeber-zanthoxylum-piperitum-fro-10-stk?\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eZanthoxylum piperitum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003eZ. armatum\u003c\/em\u003e has a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003emore powerful aroma, coarser growth, and larger thorns\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it both more decorative and more intense in flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003eZanthoxylum armatum\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautiful and useful shrub for anyone wanting a hardy and exotic spice plant—a Himalayan pepper tree that combines ornamental value, scent, and flavor in one and the same plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54504104395020,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Zanthoxylumarmatum_1.jpg?v=1760427285","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/himalaya-pebertrae-zanthoxylum-armatum-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}