Status:
valid
Authors:
Vahl
Source:
cmp
Year:
1807
Citation Micro:
Eclog. Amer. 3: 48 (1807)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429509
Common Names
- Zanthoxylum flavum
- Flavum
- Zanthoxylum
Synonyms
- Fagara dictyophylla Urb. [unknown]
- Fagara flava Krug & Urb. [unknown]
- Fagara organosia Urb. [unknown]
- Zanthoxylum flavum flavum [unknown]
- Zanthoxylum cribosum Spreng. [unknown]
- Zanthoxylum floridanum Nutt. [unknown]
- Zanthoxylum caribaeum floridanum (Nutt.) A.Gray [unknown]
- Zanthoxylum organosium (Urb.) Alain [unknown]
- Zanthoxylum dictyophyllum (Urb.) Alain [unknown]
Description
Zanthoxylum flavum (also called Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with pinnate leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum flavum 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Zanthoxylum flavum sub. pistaciifolium (Griseb.) Reynel
Zanthoxylum flavum sub. trichilioides (Standl.) Reynel
Zanthoxylum flavum sub. duplicipunctatum (C.Wright ex Griseb.) Reynel
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zanthoxylum flavum has yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single set of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum flavum 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 flavum
Zanthoxylum flavum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests.
Zanthoxylum flavum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum flavum?
Zanthoxylum flavum
What is the common name of Zanthoxylum flavum?
Yellow prickly ash
What are the uses of Zanthoxylum flavum?
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,