{"product_id":"sichuan-peber-zanthoxylum-simulans-fro-10-stk","title":"Sichuan pepper (Zanthoxylum simulans) | 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 Zanthoxylum simulans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kinesisk pebertræ, Sichuan-peber, Sichuan peber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese prickly ash, Sichuan pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"798\" data-start=\"459\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"481\" data-start=\"459\"\u003eZanthoxylum simulans\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most cold-tolerant and easy-to-grow species in the genus and originates from central and western China. It is closely related to \u003ca title=\"Japansk pebertræ (Zanthoxylum piperitum) | frø\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/sichuanpeber-zanthoxylum-piperitum-fro-10-stk?\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"645\" data-start=\"622\"\u003eZanthoxylum piperitum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (Japanese pepper) and \u003ca title=\"Himalaya-pebertræ (Zanthoxylum armatum) | frø\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/himalaya-pebertrae-zanthoxylum-armatum-fro-10-stk?\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"665\"\u003eZanthoxylum armatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, but differs in its \u003cstrong data-end=\"737\" data-start=\"714\"\u003eremarkable hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e, vigorous growth, and characteristic, aromatic fruit husks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"800\"\u003eThe plant develops as a large shrub or small tree with thorny branches and pinnate leaves. When the leaves are rubbed, a fresh, citrusy scent is released. In summer, small flowers appear, followed by reddish fruits which, upon ripening, open to reveal black seeds. It is primarily the aromatic fruit husks that are used as the well-known Sichuan pepper – famous for its warm, citrusy, and slightly numbing taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1508\" data-start=\"1217\"\u003eCompared to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/indisk-pebertrae-zanthoxylum-rhetsa-fro-10-stk?\" title=\"Indisk pebertræ (Zanthoxylum rhetsa) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1254\" data-start=\"1234\"\u003eZanthoxylum rhetsa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/tandborstetrae-zanthoxylum-nitidum-fro-10-stk?\" title=\"Tandbørstetræ (Zanthoxylum nitidum) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1279\" data-start=\"1258\"\u003eZanthoxylum nitidum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which are more tropical and heat-demanding, \u003cem data-end=\"1356\" data-start=\"1334\"\u003eZanthoxylum simulans\u003c\/em\u003e is far better suited for cultivation in cooler climates. Its use is similar to that of \u003cem data-end=\"1458\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003eZanthoxylum piperitum\u003c\/em\u003e, but it is generally more robust and vigorous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1508\" data-start=\"1217\"\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1508\" data-start=\"1217\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1558\" data-start=\"1536\"\u003eZanthoxylum simulans\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1605\" data-start=\"1574\"\u003efull sun to light partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1657\" data-start=\"1625\"\u003ewell-drained but nutrient-rich soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1677\" data-start=\"1660\"\u003emoderate watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1720\" data-start=\"1680\"\u003ea sunny and preferably sheltered location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1936\" data-start=\"1722\"\u003eThe species is \u003cstrong data-end=\"1752\" data-start=\"1731\"\u003ehardy in Denmark\u003c\/strong\u003e and can tolerate temperatures down to about \u003cstrong data-end=\"1804\" data-start=\"1794\"\u003e–20 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e once established. It is therefore suitable for planting in the garden and is one of the most reliable pepper trees for Nordic conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2012\" data-start=\"1938\"\u003eThe plant tolerates pruning and can be kept as a shrub or shaped into a small tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2012\" data-start=\"1938\"\u003eCultivation from seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2012\" data-start=\"1938\"\u003eSeeds of \u003cem data-end=\"2069\" data-start=\"2047\"\u003eZanthoxylum simulans\u003c\/em\u003e often have seed dormancy and germinate best after \u003cstrong data-end=\"2136\" data-start=\"2113\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/strong\u003e. For best results, we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2215\" data-start=\"2171\"\u003esoaking in lukewarm water for 24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2264\" data-start=\"2218\"\u003e6–8 weeks of cold stratification at approx. 4–5 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2292\" data-start=\"2267\"\u003esowing in well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2343\" data-start=\"2295\"\u003etemperature of 18–22 °C after the cold period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2460\" data-start=\"2345\"\u003eGermination can be uneven and take several weeks. Young plants grow steadily and develop thorns and aromatic leaves early on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2460\" data-start=\"2345\"\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2460\" data-start=\"2345\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2515\" data-start=\"2493\"\u003eZanthoxylum simulans\u003c\/em\u003e is grown both as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2563\" data-start=\"2532\"\u003eculinary herb and ornamental plant\u003c\/strong\u003e. The fruit husks are used as Sichuan pepper and provide the characteristic warmth and slightly tingling sensation in the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3083\" data-start=\"2683\"\u003eFor those already growing \u003cem data-end=\"2735\" data-start=\"2712\"\u003eZanthoxylum piperitum\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"2762\" data-start=\"2740\"\u003eZanthoxylum simulans\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious supplement, as it is often hardier and more robust. At the same time, it offers an opportunity to expand one's collection of aromatic pepper trees along with species such as \u003cem data-end=\"2943\" data-start=\"2922\"\u003eZanthoxylum armatum\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"2965\" data-start=\"2945\"\u003eZanthoxylum rhetsa\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"2988\" data-start=\"2967\"\u003eZanthoxylum capense\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-end=\"3013\" data-start=\"2992\"\u003eZanthoxylum nitidum\u003c\/em\u003e, each of which represents different climate zones and flavor profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3083\" data-start=\"2683\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"3112\" data-start=\"3090\"\u003eZanthoxylum simulans\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants a hardy and useful pepper species that can be grown outdoors in Denmark – a robust and aromatic tree with both culinary and botanical value. 🌿\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54684009136396,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Zanthoxylumsimulans.jpg?v=1771364840","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/sichuan-peber-zanthoxylum-simulans-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}