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Zanthoxylum coreanum, commonly known as Chinese prickly ash or Korean prickly ash, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to China and Korea. Zanthoxylum coreanum (Latin: Zanthoxylum coreanum, family Rutaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Zanthoxylum coreanum is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Zanthoxylum coreanum is a member of the Rutaceae family native to CHN, CHC, CHS, KOR, CHQ, and TAI. Zanthoxylum coreanum thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Zanthoxylum coreanum grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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