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American Prickly-Ash

Zanthoxylum americanum

Least Concern

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The American Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum americanum) is a species in the genus Zanthoxylum. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Distributed across Canada and United States.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French clavalier d'Amérique

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Prickly-Ash?
The scientific name of American Prickly-Ash is Zanthoxylum americanum. It belongs to the genus Zanthoxylum.
What is the conservation status of American Prickly-Ash?
American Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum americanum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does American Prickly-Ash live?
American Prickly-Ash is found in Distributed across Canada and United States.. Countries include Canada, United States.
What family does American Prickly-Ash belong to?
American Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum americanum) belongs to the genus Zanthoxylum, which is part of the taxonomic family Rutaceae.
Is American Prickly-Ash endangered?
No, American Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum americanum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does American Prickly-Ash belong to?
American Prickly-Ash (Zanthoxylum americanum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of American Prickly-Ash?
The closest relatives of American Prickly-Ash in the genus Zanthoxylum include japanischer Pfeffer, täuschende Stachelesche, Senegal prickly-ash, Sichuan-pepper, Indian ivy-rue.

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