Status:
valid
Authors:
Reynel
Source:
tro
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 117: 169 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236335
Description
Zanthoxylum tambopatense (also called Tambopata Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is typically found in moist habitats, such as riverbanks, and is characterized by its long, leathery leaves and its yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum tambopatense is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and beauty to gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and to boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zanthoxylum tambopatense has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum tambopatense is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by stem cuttings in spring or summer. It is also self-seeding and can spread rapidly.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum tambopatense
Zanthoxylum tambopatense is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Zanthoxylum tambopatense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum tambopatense?
Zanthoxylum tambopatense
What is the common name of Zanthoxylum tambopatense?
Tambopata Prickly Ash
What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum tambopatense?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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
Carlos Reynel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reynel' in the authors string.