Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
comosum
ID:
1221887

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Herzog) P.G.Waterman

Source:
tro

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Taxon 23: 363 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221225



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum comosum
  • Comosum Zanthoxylum
  • Comosum Prickly Ash


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Description

Zanthoxylum comosum (also called Comose Prickly-ash, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is a woody vine with pinnately compound leaves and white flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States, Central America, and northern South America, and is found in open woodlands, thickets, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum comosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zanthoxylum comosum is yellow with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black color. The seedlings are small, with heart-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum comosum is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seeds or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum comosum

Zanthoxylum comosum is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Zanthoxylum comosum FAQ

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum comosum?

Climbing Prickly Ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum comosum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia

What is the average height of Zanthoxylum comosum?

Up to 20 feet

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50008221: Based on the initial data import
Theodor Herzog (1880-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herzog' in the authors string.
P.G. Waterman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Waterman' in the authors string.