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Zanthoxylum monogynum subsp. monogynum

Family: Rutaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It is spiny. It grows 6-20 m tall. The trunk is 40-60 cm across. The crown is round.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in seasonally dry areas.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, South America


How it is used for food

The leaves are used to flavour liqueurs.

Edible parts

Leaves - flavouring


How it is grown

It can be grown by seed.


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Fagara arenaria (Engl.) Engl.; Fagara monogyna Engl.; and others