Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
viride
ID:
430144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev.) P.G.Waterman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Taxon 23: 365 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429476



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum viride
  • Viride Zanthoxylum
  • Common Zanthoxylum


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Synonyms

  • Fagara fuscopilosa Engl. [unknown]
  • Fagara viridis A.Chev. [unknown]

Description

Zanthoxylum viride (also called Green Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to French Polynesia. It has a rounded crown and can reach heights of up to 20 feet. Its leaves are pinnately compound and have a pungent odor when crushed. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum viride 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

The flower of Zanthoxylum viride is small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum viride is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m (13 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum viride

Zanthoxylum viride is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests.

Zanthoxylum viride FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum viride?

Zanthoxylum viride

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum viride?

Green prickly ash

What are the uses of Zanthoxylum viride?

It is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as a spice.

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 kew-2469230: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
P.G. Waterman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Waterman' in the authors string.