Berberis vulgaris Barberry (Berberidaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Berberis vulgaris
Barberry
Deciduous shrub
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The Berberis vulgaris plant species is found in Barberry Coast. Naturalized, or possibly native, in Britain[17]. It is a member of the Berberidaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Barberry.

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Latin Name:  Berberis vulgaris
Common Name:  Barberry
Family:  Berberidaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  2

Habitat:  Hedges, roadsides, clearings etc, preferring a sunny position[9].

Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 95, 183]. A very acid flavour, it is mainly used in preserves[100], though children and some adults seem to like it raw when it is fully ripe[K]. A refreshing lemon-like drink can be made from the fruit[183]. The fruits are about 10mm long[200]. Young leaves - used as a flavouring or as an acid nibble[177, 183]. They can be used in much the same way as sorrel (Rumex acetosa)[9]. The dried young leaves and shoot tips make a refreshing tea[9, 183].

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