Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
bifoliolatum
ID:
431018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 14: 413 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430350



Common Names

  • Bifoliolatum Prickly Ash
  • Bifoliolatum Toothache Tree
  • Bifoliolatum Szechuan Pepper


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Synonyms

  • Fagara bifoliolata Urb. [unknown]
  • Fagara obcordata Urb. & Ekman [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum bifoliolatum [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum obcordatum (Urb. & Ekman) J.Jiménez Alm. [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum (also called Mexican Lime, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the citrus family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and is a small, evergreen tree or shrub.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum sub. azuense (Urb. & Ekman) Reynel

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum 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 bifoliolatum is a shrub or small tree up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum

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

Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum?

Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum

What are the common names of Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum?

Two-leaved Prickly-ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum bifoliolatum?

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