Mediterranean buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus)
Mediterranean buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus) is an evergreen shrub or small tree known for its glossy, dark green leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers followed by berri
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Low to Moderate
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Moderate to High
Fertilizer
Low
Care Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.
Low to Moderate
Drought-tolerant once established. Water deeply when the soil is dry.
Well-drained
Moderate to High
Hardy in USDA zones 8-11. Tolerates heat and moderate frosts.
Low
Not demanding; benefits from occasional light feeding if growth is poor.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
2.0-6.0 m
Spread
2.0-4.0 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green, Dark green, Glossy
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
small
Optimal Sunlight Lux
100000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderRosales
- familyRhamnaceae
- genusRhamnus
- speciesRhamnus alaternus
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Non-toxic