Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
caudata
ID:
1239547

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alston

Source:
tro

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Handb. Fl. Ceylon 6(Suppl.): 37 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238885



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum caudata
  • Caudate Prickly Ash
  • Caudate Prickly Ash Tree


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Description

Zanthoxylum caudata (also called tailed prickly-ash, tailed zanthoxylum, and tailed yellowwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to North America. It is characterized by its small, yellow, five-petaled flowers, and its small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky habitats, and is commonly found in temperate regions.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum caudata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments including fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zanthoxylum caudata are small and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum caudata is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum caudata

Zanthoxylum caudata can be found in the Caribbean.

Zanthoxylum caudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum caudatum?

Zanthoxylum caudatum

What are the common names of Zanthoxylum caudatum?

Tailed prickly ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum caudatum?

It is native to the southeastern United States

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,