Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
mezoneurispinosum
ID:
736257

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aké Assi) W.D.Hawth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Woody Pl. W. African Forests : 712 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000735590



Common Names

  • Many-spined Zanthoxylum
  • Many-spined Prickly Ash
  • Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum


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Synonyms

  • Fagara mezoneurispinosa Aké Assi [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum (also called the Chinese Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to China. It is an evergreen shrub with pinnate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in moist, wooded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum is used as an ornamental plant, a source of timber, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum is a single, yellow, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem growing from the center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum is a species of evergreen shrub native to China. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by layering. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it can take a long time for the seedlings to become established.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum

Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum is native to parts of China, India, and Southeast Asia.

Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum?

Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum is native to China and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

What is the flower color of Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum?

The flowers of Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum are usually yellow or white.

What is the flowering period of Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum?

Zanthoxylum mezoneurispinosum typically flowers from April to June.

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-2871198: Based on the initial data import
Laurent Aké Assi (1931-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aké Assi' in the authors string.
William D. Hawthorne: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Hawth.' in the authors string.