Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
delagoense
ID:
430154

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.G.Waterman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Taxon 23: 365 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429486



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum delagoense
  • Delagoense Zanthoxylum
  • Common Zanthoxylum


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Synonyms

  • Fagara schlechteri Engl. [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum delagoense (also called Wild Lime, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with pinnate leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum delagoense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zanthoxylum delagoense is small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum delagoense 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 delagoense

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

Zanthoxylum delagoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum delagoense?

Zanthoxylum delagoense

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum delagoense?

Delago prickly ash

What are the uses of Zanthoxylum delagoense?

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,

References

P.G. Waterman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Waterman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:775687-1: Based on the initial data import