Rhamnus alaternus
Italian Buckthorn
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Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus) - Description
Rhamnus alaternus is a species of flowering plant in the buckthorn family known by the common name of Italian Buckthorn or Mediterranean Buckthorn.
Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus) - Growth
Best growth in full sun or partial shade.
Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus) - Planting
Sow seeds in containers. Provide protection from the cold for young plants. Evergreen species may be propagated by semi-ripe cutting in summer. Deciduous species may be propagated by greenwood cuttings in early summer.
Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus) - Pest
Prone to scale, caterpillars and rust.
Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus) - Interesting facts
Native Americans used this plant as an herbal laxative. Apparently its ingestion was limited to small amounts because its laxative powers are rather strong.
Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus) - Soil and irrigation
Moderate water. Be sure to provide well-drained soil.
