Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
limoncello
ID:
430232

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch. & Oerst. ex Triana & Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 5, 14: 312 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429564



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum limoncello
  • Limoncello Prickly Ash
  • Limoncello Toothache Tree


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Synonyms

  • Zanthoxylum costaricense Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Fagara costaricensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Fagara foetida Engl. [unknown]
  • Fagara liebmanniana Engl. [unknown]
  • Fagara limoncello Engl. [unknown]
  • Fagara uhdei Engl. [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum foetidum Rose [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum liebmannianum P.Wilson [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum longipes Rose [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum limoncello (also called the lemon prickly ash, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats. It has glossy, dark green leaves with spines along the edges and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum limoncello is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Zanthoxylum limoncello are small, yellowish-green and clustered in umbels. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Zanthoxylum limoncello are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum limoncello is a small tree, growing to a height of 5 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained, sandy mix. The seeds and cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, shaded area until they have germinated or rooted. Once germinated or rooted, the seedlings or cuttings can be planted in the garden.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum limoncello

Zanthoxylum limoncello can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Zanthoxylum limoncello FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum limoncello?

Zanthoxylum limoncello

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum limoncello?

Limoncello prickly-ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum limoncello?

It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests in Mexico and Central America.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2469416: Based on the initial data import
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.