Status:
valid
Authors:
C.C.Huang
Source:
tro
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 16(2): 83 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242463
Common Names
- Motuoense Prickly Ash
- Chinese Prickly Ash
- Zanthoxylum Motuoense
Description
Zanthoxylum motuoense (also called Motuo prickly ash, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to East Asia. It has a stem that is erect and branched, with leaves that are alternate and pinnate. It is found in grasslands, forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum motuoense is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Zanthoxylum motuoense are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum motuoense is a shrub native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a terrarium or in a moist, shady area outdoors. It needs to be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum motuoense
Zanthoxylum motuoense is native to China.
Zanthoxylum motuoense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum motuoense?
Zanthoxylum motuoense
What is the common name of Zanthoxylum motuoense?
Chinese Prickly Ash
What is the family of Zanthoxylum motuoense?
Rutaceae
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,