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Zanthoxylum Capense Seeds, Fagara capensis



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    **Zanthoxylum capense**, also called "African pepper tree", is a shrub or small hardy tree with seeds used as spices. Here's how to sow it successfully:

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    ### **Required Material**:
    - Fresh seeds of Zanthoxylum capense.
    - Well-draining substrate (mixture of potting soil, sand or perlite).
    - Containers for seedlings (pots or seedling trays).
    - Spray or watering can with a fine spray.
    - Tray or bowl for soaking the seeds.
    - Plastic film or mini greenhouse (optional).

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    ### **Sowing steps**:

    #### 1. **Seed Pretreatment:**
    - Zanthoxylum capense seeds have a hard shell, which slows down their germination. Prior treatment is therefore necessary:
    - **Hot water soaking**: Soak the seeds in hot water (not boiling, around 40-50°C) for 24 hours. This softens the shell and promotes germination.
    - **Scarification (optional)**: If the shell is particularly hard, gently rub the seeds on sandpaper or lightly score with a knife. Be careful not to damage the embryo.

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    #### 2. **Substrate preparation:**
    - Prepare a well-draining mixture composed of:
    - 1/2 fine potting soil.
    - 1/4 sand.
    - 1/4 perlite or vermiculite.
    - Fill the pots or cups with this mixture. Make sure the containers have drainage holes.

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    #### 3. **Sowing:**
    - Plant the seeds at a depth of approximately **1 cm**.
    - Cover the seeds with a thin layer of substrate.
    - Water gently to moisten the soil without soaking it.

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    #### 4. **Germination conditions:**
    - Place the pots in a warm place, with an ideal temperature of **20 to 25°C**.
    - Maintain constant humidity by covering the pots with transparent plastic film or using a mini greenhouse. Remember to ventilate regularly to prevent mold from forming.

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    #### 5. **Maintenance during germination:**
    - **Watering:** Keep the substrate slightly moist, but not soggy. Too much water could cause the seeds to rot.
    - **Exposure:** Indirect, soft light is ideal before germination.

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    #### 6. **Germination:**
    - Germination can be slow. It usually takes between **3 weeks and 3 months**, depending on conditions and freshness of the seeds.

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    #### 7. **Care after germination:**
    - When the seedlings appear, remove the plastic film or open the mini greenhouse to give them more air.
    - Place the young plants in a well-lit area, but avoid direct sunlight at first.
    - Wait until the seedlings reach about **10 cm** before transplanting them into individual pots.

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    #### 8. **Final replanting:**
    - When the plants are sufficiently robust, transplant them into open ground or large pots.
    - Make sure they are in a well-drained location, with partial or full sun exposure.

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    ### **Additional Tips:**
    - **Soil**: Zanthoxylum capense prefers well-drained and slightly acidic soils.
    - **Watering**: Once established, it tolerates drought well, but regular watering promotes faster growth.
    - **Climate**: It is suitable for subtropical and Mediterranean climates, but can withstand cool temperatures.
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