Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
celebicum
ID:
430184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koord.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Meded. Lands Plantentuin 19: 639 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429516



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum celebicum
  • Celebicum
  • Zanthoxylum


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Description

Zanthoxylum celebicum (also called Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with pinnate leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Indonesia and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum celebicum has been used for its essential oil, which has a strong, spicy aroma and is used for aromatherapy. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zanthoxylum celebicum has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have a single, short, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum celebicum is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m (13 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum celebicum

Zanthoxylum celebicum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests.

Zanthoxylum celebicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum celebicum?

Zanthoxylum celebicum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum celebicum?

Celebes prickly ash

What are the uses of Zanthoxylum celebicum?

It is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

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,