Status:
valid
Authors:
Hance
Source:
cmp
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 5, 5: 208 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429371
Common Names
- Zanthoxylum simulans
- Similar Zanthoxylum
- Similar Zanthoxylum Plant
Description
Zanthoxylum simulans (also called Yellowwood, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with pinnate leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum simulans 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 simulans 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 simulans 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 simulans
Zanthoxylum simulans is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America.
Zanthoxylum simulans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum simulans?
Zanthoxylum simulans
What is the common name of Zanthoxylum simulans?
Zanthoxylum simulans
What type of plant is Zanthoxylum simulans?
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,