Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
pentandrum
ID:
430054

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) R.A.Howard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 64: 269 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429386



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum pentandrum
  • Five-stamened Zanthoxylum
  • Five-stamened Zanthoxylum Plant


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Description

Zanthoxylum pentandrum (also called Five-Leaved Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to Mexico. It has a rounded crown and can reach heights of up to 20 feet. Its leaves are pinnately compound and have a pungent odor when crushed. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum pentandrum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and to make essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zanthoxylum pentandrum is a bright yellow color, with five petals and a hairy stem. The seed is small and round, with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and thin, with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum pentandrum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum pentandrum

Zanthoxylum pentandrum is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Zanthoxylum pentandrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum pentandrum?

Zanthoxylum pentandrum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum pentandrum?

Zanthoxylum pentandrum

What type of plant is Zanthoxylum pentandrum?

Tree

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-2469061: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
Richard Alden Howard (1917-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Howard' in the authors string.