Rhamnus cathartica 10 PCS fresh seeds, Common buckthorn, European buckthorn, Purging buckthorn, Seeds of purgative buckthorn, Organic seeds

🌱 Rhamnus cathartica — Common buckthorn, European buckthorn, Purging buckthorn, Seeds of purgative buckthorn

We offer 10 PCS fresh seeds of Rhamnus cathartica, a perennial shrub native to Europe and Western Asia. Our seeds are certified organic and suitable for worldwide shipping.

🌿 Botanical Description

Rhamnus cathartica is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 3 m high, with a spread of 2-3 m. The bark of young shoots is silver-gray, turning brown-black with age. The plant is easily recognizable by its straight spines, which turn upwards from the branches. The opposite, ovate or elliptic leaves have petioles, are slightly pointed, and have three pairs of arcuate lateral veins. In the leaf axils, inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers are collected in umbels of 10-15. The flowers bloom from May to June, developing rounded, pea-sized drupes that turn from green to black. The drupes have convex bones on the dorsal side and a weak edge on the abdominal side.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil in early spring or fall. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C. Germination time: 1-3 months.
• Soil type: Well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
• Watering and fertilization: Keep the soil consistently moist during the first year. Fertilize lightly in the second year.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-7. Frost tolerance: Moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Rhamnus cathartica is native to Europe and Western Asia, growing in a variety of habitats, including forests, scrublands, and along rivers. It thrives in areas with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil.

✨ Interesting Facts

Rhamnus cathartica has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly for its purgative properties. The plant is also a valuable food source for birds and small mammals. In some cultures, the seeds are used as a natural dye.