Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
compactum
ID:
430213

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Albuq.) P.G.Waterman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Taxon 23: 363 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429545



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum compactum
  • Compactum
  • Zanthoxylum


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Synonyms

  • Fagara compacta Huber ex Albuq. [unknown]
  • Fagara grazielae Albuq. [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum grazielae (Albuq.) P.G.Waterman [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum compactum (also called the compact prickly ash, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats. It has glossy, dark green leaves with spines along the edges and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum compactum 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

Flower: The flowers of Zanthoxylum compactum are small, yellowish-green and clustered in umbels. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Zanthoxylum compactum are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum compactum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of habitats from coastal dunes to dry sclerophyll forests. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum compactum

Zanthoxylum compactum is native to India and can be found in dry forests and woodlands in the Western Ghats.

Zanthoxylum compactum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum compactum?

Zanthoxylum compactum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum compactum?

Zanthoxylum compactum

What type of plant is Zanthoxylum compactum?

Tree

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 kew-2469381: Based on the initial data import
P.G. Waterman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Waterman' in the authors string.
Byron Wilson Pereira de Albuquerque (1932-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Albuq.' in the authors string.