Chinese Wingleaf Prickly Ash (Zanthoxylum Avicennae) is a perennial shrub/tree in the Rutaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Zanthoxylum avicennae is a prickly, evergreen shrub or small tree growing up to 15 meters tall, native to South China and Western to Central Malesia.

Chinese Wingleaf Prickly Ash

Chinese Wingleaf Prickly Ash

Zanthoxylum Avicennae

Zanthoxylum avicennae is a prickly, evergreen shrub or small tree growing up to 15 meters tall, native to South China and Western to Central Malesia.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub/tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, spice production

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Chinese Wingleaf Prickly Ash

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Chinese Wingleaf Prickly Ash
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Taxonomy

Family:Rutaceae
Genus:Zanthoxylum