Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(2): 176 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430391
Common Names
- Aculeatissimum Zanthoxylum
- Aculeatissimum Zanthoxylum Plant
- Aculeatissimum Zanthoxylum Tree
Description
Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum (also called Toothache Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the citrus family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and is a small, evergreen tree or shrub.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make furniture and other wood products. The plant is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum
Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum is native to India and can be found in the dry regions of the country.
Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum?
Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum
What is the common name of Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum?
Japanese Pepper
What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum aculeatissimum?
It is native to Japan
Species in the Zanthoxylum genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,