Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
punctatum
ID:
1133572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
tro

Year:
1793

Citation Micro:
Bidr. Beskr. Ste Croix : 310 (1793)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001132910



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum
  • Punctatum
  • Dotted Prickly Ash


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Description

Zanthoxylum punctatum (also called Spotted Zanthoxylum, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of North America. It has a short, thick trunk and small, glossy leaves. It grows in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum punctatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Zanthoxylum punctatum sub. thomasianum (Krug & Urb.) Reynel
Zanthoxylum punctatum sub. obtriangulare (Urb.) Reynel

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zanthoxylum punctatum are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum punctatum is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained medium. It is best grown in full sun in a sheltered position.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum punctatum

Zanthoxylum punctatum 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,

References