Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
paulae
ID:
1239576

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Albuq.) P.G.Waterman

Source:
tro

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Taxon 23: 364 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238914



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum paulae
  • Paula's Prickly Ash
  • Paula's Prickly Ash Tree


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Description

Zanthoxylum paulae (also called Paula's prickly-ash, Paula's zanthoxylum, and Paula's yellowwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South 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 tropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum paulae 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 paulae 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 paulae 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 paulae

Zanthoxylum paulae can be found in the Caribbean.

Zanthoxylum paulae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum paulae?

Zanthoxylum paulae

What are the common names of Zanthoxylum paulae?

Paul's prickly ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum paulae?

It is native to 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 tro-50100364: Based on the initial data import
P.G. Waterman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Waterman' in the authors string.
Byron Wilson Pereira de Albuquerque (1932-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Albuq.' in the authors string.