Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
pteracanthum
ID:
1228970

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder & E.H.Wilson

Source:
tro

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 2: 123 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228308



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum pteracanthum
  • Pteracanthum Zanthoxylum
  • Winged Prickly Ash


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Description

Zanthoxylum pteracanthum (also called Winged Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China and Japan. It has small, oval leaves, with small, yellow flowers. It grows in open woodlands, preferring moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum pteracanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zanthoxylum pteracanthum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum pteracanthum is a tropical plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done in the spring or summer when temperatures are warm. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum pteracanthum

Zanthoxylum pteracanthum can be found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States.

Zanthoxylum pteracanthum FAQ

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum pteracanthum?

Winged Prickly Ash

What is the native range of Zanthoxylum pteracanthum?

Southeastern United States

What is the growth habit of Zanthoxylum pteracanthum?

Small tree or shrub

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-50054103: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.
Ernest Henry Wilson (1876-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Wilson' in the authors string.