Status:
valid
Authors:
(Merr.) Merr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Enum. Philipp. Fl. Pl. 2: 327 1923
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228467
Common Names
- Integrifolious Prickly-Ash
- Integrifolious Chinese Prickly-Ash
- Integrifolious Japanese Prickly-Ash
Description
Zanthoxylum integrifolium (also called the Entire-leaved Prickly-ash, among many other common names) is a shrub native to China. It has glossy, dark green leaves that are oval in shape and have a pointed tip. The plant grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum integrifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as a spice in cooking.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zanthoxylum integrifolium has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single frond emerging from the soil.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum integrifolium is a tropical plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done in the spring or summer when temperatures are warm. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum integrifolium
Zanthoxylum integrifolium is native to Africa and can be found in Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.
Zanthoxylum integrifolium FAQ
What is the common name of Zanthoxylum integrifolium?
Hercules' Club
What is the native range of Zanthoxylum integrifolium?
Southeastern United States
What is the growth habit of Zanthoxylum integrifolium?
Small tree or shrub
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,