Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
backeri
ID:
431012

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bakh.f.) T.G.Hartley

Source:
ksu

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 47: 195 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430344



Common Names

  • Backeri Prickly Ash
  • Backeri Toothache Tree
  • Backeri Szechuan Pepper


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Synonyms

  • Fagara backeri Bakh.f. [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum backeri (also called West Indian Prickly Ash, 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 backeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make a medicinal tea which is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zanthoxylum backeri has small, yellow-green flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum backeri is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 10-20 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum backeri

Zanthoxylum backeri is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Zanthoxylum backeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum backeri?

Zanthoxylum backeri

What are the common names of Zanthoxylum backeri?

Baker's Prickly-ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum backeri?

It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats

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,

References

Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink hijo (1911-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Gordon Hartley (1931-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.G.Hartley' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:775605-1: Based on the initial data import