Zanthoxylum americanum (American Prickly Ash)

Zanthoxylum americanum (American Prickly Ash) green fruit and leaves, close up on branch
Zanthoxylum americanum (American Prickly Ash) small round green fruit clustered among textured serrated leaves

Botanical name: Zanthoxylum americanum

Common names: American Prickly Ash, Toothache Tree

Family: Rutaceae

Origin: North America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 3-7

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Large bush; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

Similar plants: Zanthoxylum americanum (American Prickly Ash)


Zanthoxylum americanum (American Prickly Ash) with green leaves and small round fruit on branches.
Zanthoxylum americanum (American Prickly Ash) leaves and small round green fruit on woody prickly branches.


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