Texas Hercules'-club (Zanthoxylum Hirsutum) is a perennial shrub in the Rutaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Zanthoxylum hirsutum is a spiny shrub or small tree native to sandy or rocky habitats in Oklahoma and Texas, known for its aromatic foliage and small greenish flowers.

Texas Hercules'-club

Texas Hercules'-club

Zanthoxylum Hirsutum

Zanthoxylum hirsutum is a spiny shrub or small tree native to sandy or rocky habitats in Oklahoma and Texas, known for its aromatic foliage and small greenish flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Texas Hercules'-club

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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Taxonomy

Family:Rutaceae
Genus:Zanthoxylum