Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
flavum
ID:
430177

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


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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.

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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,

References