Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) P.G.Waterman
Source:
tro
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Taxon 23: 363 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001231299
Common Names
- Brisasanum Zanthoxylum
- Brisasanum
- Zanthoxylum Brisasanum
Description
Zanthoxylum brisasanum (also called Brisasan prickly-ash, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum brisasanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has edible fruits which can be used to make jams, jellies, and pies. It is also used to make wine and as a medicinal plant for treating colds and flu.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zanthoxylum brisasanum has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum brisasanum is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seeds. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum brisasanum
Zanthoxylum brisasanum can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Zanthoxylum brisasanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum brisasanum?
Zanthoxylum brisasanum
What type of plant is Zanthoxylum brisasanum?
A type of shrub
Where is Zanthoxylum brisasanum found?
It is found in Central and South 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
P.G. Waterman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Waterman' in the authors string.