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Southern Prickly-Ash

Zanthoxylum Clava-Herculis

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Overview

The Southern Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum clava-herculis) is a deciduous shrub/small tree, notable for its aromatic leaves and sharp, knobby bark. It thrives in well-drained soil, reaching up to 25-30 ft. tall, with a 15-20 ft. spread. Clusters of small, greenish-yellow flowers appear in spring. Suitable for zones 7-10, it requires full sun to partial shade. A hardy native, it provides habitat for wildlife and can be used as a unique specimen or hedge.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 7–9Climate Temperate
Southern Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum Clava-Herculis) — The Southern Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum clava-herculis) is a deciduous shrub/small tree

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–9

Shape & size

Mature height
15–30 Ft.
Mature width
10–25 Ft.

Classification

Family
Rutaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Southern Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum Clava-Herculis) — It thrives in well-drained soil, reaching up to 25-30 ft; ensure it is planted in well-drained soil with
Southern Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum Clava-Herculis) — notable for its aromatic leaves and sharp; the plant is adorned with pinnately compound leaves

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