Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
conspersipunctatum
ID:
430215

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
ksu

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 22: 33 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429547



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum
  • Conspersipunctatum
  • Zanthoxylum


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Description

Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum (also called the speckled 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 conspersipunctatum 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 conspersipunctatum are small, yellowish-green and clustered in umbels. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum 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 conspersipunctatum

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

Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum?

Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum?

Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum

What type of plant is Zanthoxylum conspersipunctatum?

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:775663-1: Based on the initial data import