Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
stelligerum
ID:
1239545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
tro

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 31(I): 442 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238883



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum stelligerum
  • Stelliger Prickly Ash
  • Stelliger Prickly Ash Tree


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Description

Zanthoxylum stelligerum (also called star-fruited prickly-ash, star-fruited zanthoxylum, and star-fruited 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 stelligerum 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 stelligerum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum stelligerum 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 stelligerum

Zanthoxylum stelligerum can be found in the Caribbean.

Zanthoxylum stelligerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum stelligerum?

Zanthoxylum stelligerum

What are the common names of Zanthoxylum stelligerum?

Brazilian peppertree, Brazilian peppertree

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum stelligerum?

It is native to Brazil

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,

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