Status:
valid
Authors:
I.S.Chen
Source:
tro
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Taiwan Sci. 26(34): 56 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242461
Common Names
- Zanthoxylum wutaiense
- Wutai Zanthoxylum
- Wutai Prickly-ash
Description
Zanthoxylum wutaiense (also called Wutai prickly ash, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to East Asia. It has a stem that is erect and branched, with leaves that are alternate and pinnate. It is found in grasslands, forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Zanthoxylum wutaiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zanthoxylum wutaiense has a small, yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanthoxylum wutaiense is a shrub native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a terrarium or in a moist, shady area outdoors. It needs to be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Zanthoxylum wutaiense
Zanthoxylum wutaiense is native to China.
Zanthoxylum wutaiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum wutaiense?
Zanthoxylum wutaiense
What is the common name of Zanthoxylum wutaiense?
Chinese Prickly Ash
What is the family of Zanthoxylum wutaiense?
Rutaceae
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
Ih Sheng Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.S.Chen' in the authors string.