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
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.
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,