Status:
valid
Authors:
(Albuq.) P.G.Waterman
Source:
tro
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Taxon 23: 365 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238916
Common Names
- Zanthoxylum retusum
- Retusum Zanthoxylum
- Zanthoxylum Retusum
Description
Zanthoxylum retusum (also called retuse prickly-ash, retuse zanthoxylum, and retuse yellowwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Asia. 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 temperate regions.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum retusum 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 retusum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum retusum 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 retusum
Zanthoxylum retusum can be found in the Caribbean.
Zanthoxylum retusum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum retusum?
Zanthoxylum retusum
What are the common names of Zanthoxylum retusum?
Japanese pepper, Japanese prickly ash
What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum retusum?
It is native to Japan and Korea
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
P.G. Waterman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Waterman' in the authors string.