Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Burtt) T.G.Hartley
Source:
tro
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 47: 193 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242075
Common Names
- Megistophyllum Zanthoxylum
- Megistophyllum Zanthoxylums
- Zanthoxylum megistophyllum
Description
Zanthoxylum megistophyllum (also called Large-Leaved Zanthoxylum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It is native to China and is found in moist forests, thickets, and grassy slopes at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum megistophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zanthoxylum megistophyllum has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum megistophyllum is an evergreen tree that is easily cultivated. It can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings. When propagating by seeds, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the seeds germinate. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy branches and planted in a well-draining, sterile medium.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum megistophyllum
Zanthoxylum megistophyllum can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Zanthoxylum megistophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum megistophyllum?
Zanthoxylum megistophyllum
What type of plant is Zanthoxylum megistophyllum?
Zanthoxylum megistophyllum is a flowering plant species.
Where is Zanthoxylum megistophyllum found?
Zanthoxylum megistophyllum is found in China.
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,