Sansho 4 Cuttings (Zanthoxylum piperitum) Japanese Pepper Tree

Sansho (Zanthoxylum piperitum), also known as Japanese Pepper Tree, is a deciduous aromatic shrub or small tree widely cultivated in Japan. It is valued for its fragrant foliage and distinctive fruits used in traditional culinary applications.

These fresh cuttings are intended for propagation by experienced growers.

🌱 What You’ll Receive

4 Cuttings
Fresh cuttings for propagation

🌿 Plant Overview

Zanthoxylum piperitum is a deciduous shrub or small tree in the Rutaceae family. It produces aromatic leaves, small spring flowers, and clusters of berry-like fruits. The plant has a naturally branching habit and can be maintained at a manageable size with pruning.

🌸 Characteristics

• Deciduous shrub or small tree
• Aromatic green foliage
• Small yellow-green spring flowers
• Produces red husked fruits that split to reveal black seeds
• Naturally thorny stems

🌞 Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

🌱 Soil

Prefers well-draining soil; adaptable to loamy garden soils

💧 Water

Moderate water needs; prefers evenly moist but not waterlogged soil

Common Name: Sansho
Scientific Name: Zanthoxylum piperitum
Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub or Small Tree
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower Color: Yellow-Green
Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil: Well-draining, Loamy
Water: Moderate
USDA Zone: 6–9