In his Naturalis historia, Pliny the Elder describes boxthorn as a medicinal plant, as does Pedanius Dioscorides in his P. Dioscoridae pharmacorum simplicium reique medicae. [12] In …

It is one of two species of boxthorn in the family Solanaceae from which the goji berry or wolfberry is harvested, the other being Lycium chinense. Common names of the plant in English include …

Lycium barbarum (Chinese Box Thorn) is a scrambling deciduous shrub with long, sparsely spiny stems clothed with narrow, lance-shaped, bright green leaves. In late spring and summer, …

Lycium ferocissimum, the African boxthorn or boxthorn, is a shrub in the nightshade family indigenous to South Africa.

Boxthorn (Lycium barbarum), also known as Chinese Boxthorn or Duke of Argyll’s Tea Tree, is an invasive weed that has become a significant issue in various regions around the world.

Dec 26, 2024 · The California boxthorn (Lycium californicum) is a remarkable shrub that demonstrates nature’s resilience. Its adaptations to thrive in arid environments provide …

Box-thorns are generally easy to care for, thriving in well-drained soil and full sunlight. It’s crucial to ensure they are not overwatered, as they are drought-tolerant plants. Special care points …

African boxthorn is a fast growing invasive species that, if untreated, spreads quickly. Seeds may germinate year round and early root growth is rapid, ensuring young plants are competitive. …

Chinese boxthorn, Boxthorn, Goji berry Scientific Name: Lycium barbarum Family: Solanaceae It is a temperate plant. It is grown as a hedge. It does well in coastal sites and on unstable sandy …

African Boxthorn (Lycium ferocissimum) is a dense spiny woody shrub up to 4–5 m high and 3–5 m wide, without any hairs on any of the parts. Stems are smooth and silver-grey when young, …