Japanese Pepper, Sansho Seed
Japanese Pepper Sansho Seed
- Citrusy, tingling sansho peppercorns are prized in Japanese cooking
- Aromatic young leaves make a fragrant kinome garnish for spring dishes
- Glossy, finely divided foliage turns bright yellow in fall
- Compact, spiny branches suit containers, bonsai and protective hedges around the garden
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About Japanese Pepper, Sansho Seed
Citrusy, tingling peppercorns and fragrant young leaves make Japanese Pepper, known as sansho, a prized aromatic shrub in Japanese cooking. Zanthoxylum piperitum has glossy, finely divided foliage that turns bright yellow in fall and small reddish fruits that split to reveal shiny black seeds. Its compact, spiny branches make it a fun edible ornamental for containers, bonsai and protective hedges.
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Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy. Root rot can develop in poorly drained soil. Leaf spot may occur in humid conditions.
Swallowtail caterpillars may feed on the leaves, which many gardeners welcome. Aphids and scale occasionally appear. Deer usually avoid the spiny, aromatic foliage.
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