Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(2): 162 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429350
Common Names
- Zanthoxylum riedelianum
- Riedel's Zanthoxylum
- Riedel's Zanthoxylum Plant
Description
Zanthoxylum riedelianum (also called Sichuan Pepper, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with pinnate leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to China and is found in woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum riedelianum 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Zanthoxylum riedelianum sub. kellermanii (P.Wilson) Reynel
Zanthoxylum riedelianum sub. mayanum (Standl.) Reynel
Zanthoxylum riedelianum sub. hygrophilum (Cuatrec.) Reynel
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Zanthoxylum riedelianum are yellow and have five petals. Seed: The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum riedelianum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum riedelianum
Zanthoxylum riedelianum is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America.
Zanthoxylum riedelianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum riedelianum?
Zanthoxylum riedelianum
What is the common name of Zanthoxylum riedelianum?
Riedel's Zanthoxylum
What is the habitat of Zanthoxylum riedelianum?
Rainforest
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,