Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
pseudoxyphyllum
ID:
430059

Status:
valid

Authors:
Babu

Source:
ksu

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 16: 66 (1974 publ. 1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429391



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum pseudoxyphyllum
  • False-leaved Zanthoxylum
  • False-leaved Zanthoxylum Plant


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Description

Zanthoxylum pseudoxyphyllum (also called False-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 pseudoxyphyllum 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 pseudoxyphyllum 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 pseudoxyphyllum 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 pseudoxyphyllum

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

Zanthoxylum pseudoxyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum pseudoxyphyllum?

Zanthoxylum pseudoxyphyllum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum pseudoxyphyllum?

Zanthoxylum pseudoxyphyllum

What type of plant is Zanthoxylum pseudoxyphyllum?

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,