Dyer's Buckthorn
Rhamnus saxatilis tinctorius
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Basic Information
Family: Rhamnaceae
Genus: rhamnus
Plant ID (slug): rhamnus-saxatilis-tinctorius
Numeric ID: 1705
USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Rhamnus saxatilis tinctorius is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
S.E. Europe to E. Asia.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
There is the suggestion that this species could be mildly poisonous[19, 65].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Rhamnus saxatilis tinctorius Dyer's Buckthorn PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Rhamnus saxatilis tinctorius is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.