Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
foliolosum
ID:
430162

Status:
valid

Authors:
Donn.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 18: 1 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429494



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum foliolosum
  • Foliolosum Zanthoxylum
  • Common Zanthoxylum


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Synonyms

  • Zanthoxylum suaveolens Lundell [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum limoniodorum Standl. [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum nubium Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum harmsianum P.Wilson [unknown]
  • Fagara elegantissima Engl. [unknown]
  • Fagara foliolosa Engl. [unknown]
  • Fagara harmsiana Loes. [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum elegantissimum P.Wilson [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum foliolosum (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 foliolosum 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 foliolosum 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 foliolosum 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 foliolosum

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

Zanthoxylum foliolosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum foliolosum?

Zanthoxylum foliolosum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum foliolosum?

Foliose prickly ash

What are the uses of Zanthoxylum foliolosum?

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