Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
beecheyanum
ID:
431010

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Koch

Source:
ksu

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Hort. Dendrol. : 81 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430342



Common Names

  • Beecheyanum Prickly Ash
  • Beecheyanum Toothache Tree
  • Beecheyanum Szechuan Pepper


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Synonyms

  • Zanthoxylum arnottianum Maxim. [unknown]
  • Fagara alata beecheyana (K.Koch) M.Hiroe [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum beecheyanum (also called Chinese Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to China and Japan. It has a rounded crown, and can reach up to 8 m in height. Its leaves are pinnate, with leaflets that are ovate to lanceolate in shape. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in sunny or partially shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum beecheyanum 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 beecheyanum 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 beecheyanum 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 beecheyanum

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

Zanthoxylum beecheyanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum beecheyanum?

Zanthoxylum beecheyanum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum beecheyanum?

Beechey's Prickly Ash

Where is Zanthoxylum beecheyanum native to?

North America

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