Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
piperitum
ID:
1416526

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) DC.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 725 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428991





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Description

Zanthoxylum piperitum (also called Japanese Pepper, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in temperate regions of the world. It is a small, evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m in height, with thick, woody stems and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the temperate forests of Japan, and is often found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum piperitum is used for its medicinal properties, including as an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zanthoxylum piperitum has yellow flowers with five petals and a short peduncle. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum piperitum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a shady location. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum piperitum

Zanthoxylum piperitum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Zanthoxylum piperitum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum piperitum?

Zanthoxylum piperitum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum piperitum?

Japanese Pepper

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum piperitum?

Mesic to wet forests, bogs, and fens

Species in the Zanthoxylum genus

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:775951-1: Based on the initial data import