Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
tidorense
ID:
430118

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 3: 246 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429450



Common Names

  • Tidorense Zanthoxylum
  • Zanthoxylum Tidorense
  • Zanthoxylum Tidorense


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Description

Zanthoxylum tidorense (also called Tidore Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Indonesia. It is a member of the Rutaceae family and grows to a height of 3-5 m. It has small, white flowers with four petals and is found in coastal and sub-coastal areas of the Maluku Islands.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum tidorense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zanthoxylum tidorense has small yellow flowers with four petals and a prominent central stamen. The flowers are followed by small, round, green seed capsules which contain small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval leaves with a distinctive spiny texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum tidorense is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of habitats from coastal dunes to dry sclerophyll forests. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum tidorense

Zanthoxylum tidorense is native to the Indonesian islands of Ternate and Tidore and can be found in tropical forests.

Zanthoxylum tidorense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum tidorense?

Zanthoxylum tidorense

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum tidorense?

Tidore Prickly Ash

What is the natural habitat of Zanthoxylum tidorense?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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,