Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
rhoifolium
ID:
430023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 2: 39 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429355



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum rhoifolium
  • Rhoic Zanthoxylum
  • Rhoic Zanthoxylum Plant


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Description

Zanthoxylum rhoifolium (also called Brazilian Pepper, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with pinnate leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Brazil and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum rhoifolium 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

Flower: The flowers of Zanthoxylum rhoifolium are yellow and have five petals. Seed: The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum rhoifolium is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It grows to a height of 1-2m and a spread of 1-2m. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum rhoifolium

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

Zanthoxylum rhoifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum rhoifolium?

Zanthoxylum rhoifolium

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum rhoifolium?

Zanthoxylum rhoifolium

What type of plant is Zanthoxylum rhoifolium?

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