Berberis thunbergii (Berberidaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Berberis thunbergii
Deciduous shrub
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The Berberis thunbergii plant species is found in E. Asia - C. and S. Japan It is a member of the Berberidaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Berberis thunbergii
Family:  Berberidaceae
Author:  DC.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:  3

Habitat:  Not known

General Uses: Plants can be grown as a medium-size hedge[29]. They are very toleratant of trimming and have prickles which make them an effective barrier to larger creatures[K]. The cultivar 'Atropurpurea Nana' can be used for ground cover[208]. It makes a dense covering when planted 30cm apart each way[208]. A yellow dye is obtained from the root and branches[178].

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