Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.S.Cowan) P.G.Waterman
Source:
tro
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Taxon 23: 364 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238873
Common Names
- Zanthoxylum kleinii
- Klein's Prickly Ash
- Klein's Prickly Ash Tree
Description
Zanthoxylum kleinii (also called Klein's prickly-ash, Klein's zanthoxylum, and Klein's yellowwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It is characterized by its small, yellow, five-petaled flowers, and its small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky habitats, and is commonly found in tropical regions.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum kleinii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments including fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Zanthoxylum kleinii are small and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum kleinii is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum kleinii
Zanthoxylum kleinii can be found in the Caribbean.
Zanthoxylum kleinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum kleinii?
Zanthoxylum kleinii
What are the common names of Zanthoxylum kleinii?
Klein's prickly ash
What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum kleinii?
It is native to the southeastern United States
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
P.G. Waterman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Waterman' in the authors string.