Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
gillespieanum
ID:
430165

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 1: 408 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429497



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum gillespieanum
  • Gillespieanum Zanthoxylum
  • Common Zanthoxylum


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Synonyms

  • Fagara gillespieana A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum gillespieanum (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 gillespieanum 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 gillespieanum 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 gillespieanum 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 gillespieanum

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

Zanthoxylum gillespieanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum gillespieanum?

Zanthoxylum gillespieanum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum gillespieanum?

Gillespie's prickly ash

What are the uses of Zanthoxylum gillespieanum?

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,