Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
tetraphyllum
ID:
1239506

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb. & Ekman) J.Jiménez Alm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 62: 237 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238844



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum tetraphyllum
  • Four-leaved Prickly Ash
  • Four-leaved Prickly Ash Tree


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Description

Zanthoxylum tetraphyllum (also called four-leaved prickly-ash, four-leaved zanthoxylum, and four-leaved yellowwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to North America. 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 tetraphyllum 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 tetraphyllum 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 tetraphyllum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum tetraphyllum

Zanthoxylum tetraphyllum can be found in the Caribbean.

Zanthoxylum tetraphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum tetraphyllum?

Zanthoxylum tetraphyllum

What are the common names of Zanthoxylum tetraphyllum?

Four-leaved prickly ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum tetraphyllum?

It is native to the southeastern United States

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50100120: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
José de Jesús Jiménez Almonte (1905-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Jiménez Alm.' in the authors string.