Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pierre ex Letouzey) P.G.Waterman
Source:
cmp
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Taxon 23: 363 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430076
Common Names
- Bouetense Zanthoxylum
- Zanthoxylum bouetense
- Bouetense Zanthoxylum
Synonyms
- Fagara bouetensis Pierre ex Letouzey [unknown]
Description
Zanthoxylum bouetense (also called Bouetense Zanthoxylum, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Mexico. It has a pyramidal crown and spiny bark. It is found in dry and mesic forests.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum bouetense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Zanthoxylum bouetense are white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and pale green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum bouetense is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Brazil. It is easy to propagate by cuttings or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum bouetense
Zanthoxylum bouetense can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America, including Costa Rica and Panama.
Zanthoxylum bouetense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum bouetense?
Zanthoxylum bouetense
What are the common names of Zanthoxylum bouetense?
West African Prickly Ash, African Pepper
What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum bouetense?
West African rainforest
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
P.G. Waterman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Waterman' in the authors string.