Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rutaceae

Genus:

Zanthoxylum

Species:

Zanthoxylum dipetalum

USDA Symbol:

ZADI

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

400 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun,Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to Hawaiian forests, prefers organic-rich environments