Mastic-leaf Prickly Ash (Zanthoxylum Schinifolium) 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 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Zanthoxylum schinifolium is a species of flowering plant in the citrus family (Rutaceae), known for its aromatic leaves and use as a condiment and in traditional medicine.

Mastic-leaf Prickly Ash

Mastic-leaf Prickly Ash

Zanthoxylum Schinifolium

Zanthoxylum schinifolium is a species of flowering plant in the citrus family (Rutaceae), known for its aromatic leaves and use as a condiment and in traditional medicine.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, spice garden, medicinal garden

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mastic-leaf Prickly Ash

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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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Mastic-leaf Prickly Ash
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Taxonomy

Family:Rutaceae
Genus:Zanthoxylum