Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
dumosum
ID:
1239508

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
tro

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Hist. Phys. Cuba, Pl. Vasc. : 327 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238846



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum dumosum
  • Dumosum Prickly Ash
  • Dumosum Prickly Ash Tree


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Description

Zanthoxylum dumosum (also called bushy prickly-ash, bushy zanthoxylum, and bushy yellowwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to North America. It is characterized by its small, yellow, five-petaled flowers, and its small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky habitats, and is commonly found in temperate regions.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum dumosum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments including fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zanthoxylum dumosum are small and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum dumosum is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum dumosum

Zanthoxylum dumosum can be found in the Caribbean.

Zanthoxylum dumosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum dumosum?

Zanthoxylum dumosum

What are the common names of Zanthoxylum dumosum?

Bushy prickly ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum dumosum?

It is native to the southeastern United States

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