Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
nashii
ID:
1239574

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Wilson

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Torreya 8: 138 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238912



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum nashii
  • Nash's Prickly Ash
  • Nash's Prickly Ash Tree


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Description

Zanthoxylum nashii (also called Nash's prickly-ash, Nash's zanthoxylum, and Nash's yellowwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to North America. 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 temperate regions.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum nashii 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 nashii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum nashii 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 nashii

Zanthoxylum nashii can be found in the Caribbean.

Zanthoxylum nashii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum nashii?

Zanthoxylum nashii

What are the common names of Zanthoxylum nashii?

Nash's prickly ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum nashii?

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,