Rhamnus lycioides subsp. oleoides

Description

Mediterranean buckthorn. A slow growing sub shrub growing up to 100 cm tall, found in the Mediterranean region and Southern Europe. It survives even in severely degraded dry lands as a pioneer species. The species is resilient to overgrazing and trampling by livestock. The berries are poisonous to mammals, but not birds. Extremely valuable to small birds for its fruit and as protection and support for their nests. It is suitable for drought tolerant hedging due to its dense, spiny habit and r

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