Zanthoxylum
Zanthoxylum
Zanthoxylum (pronounced zan-thox-y-lum), also known as prickly ash or Sichuan pepper, is a genus of about 250 species of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs in the Rutaceae family. The name Zanthoxylum comes from the Greek words 'xanthos' meaning yellow and 'xylon' meaning wood, referring to the yellowish wood of some species.
Etymology
The genus name Zanthoxylum is derived from the Greek words 'xanthos' (ξανθός), meaning 'yellow', and 'xylon' (ξύλον), meaning 'wood'. This is in reference to the yellowish wood produced by some species in this genus.
Species
Some of the notable species in the Zanthoxylum genus include:
- Zanthoxylum americanum - Also known as American prickly ash.
- Zanthoxylum clava-herculis - Commonly referred to as Hercules' club.
- Zanthoxylum piperitum - Known as Japanese pepper or Korean pepper.
- Zanthoxylum simulans - Known as Chinese prickly ash or Sichuan pepper.
Uses
Zanthoxylum species are used for various purposes. Some species are used in traditional medicine, while others are used as a spice in cooking, especially in Asian cuisine. The bark, leaves, and fruits of Zanthoxylum plants are often used in herbal medicine for their analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Related Terms
- Rutaceae - The plant family to which Zanthoxylum belongs.
- Deciduous - A term referring to trees or shrubs that shed their leaves annually.
- Evergreen - A term referring to plants that retain their leaves throughout the year.
- Analgesic - A type of medication used to relieve pain.
- Anti-inflammatory - A type of medication used to reduce inflammation.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Zanthoxylum
- Wikipedia's article - Zanthoxylum
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