Nitidum Prickly Ash (Zanthoxylum nitidum)

Family: Rutaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Zanthoxylum nitidum is an evergreen Climber. It is in leaf all year. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). . The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Shrubby thickets. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)