Paliuris spina-christi Christ's thorn (Rhamnaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Paliuris spina-christi
Christ's thorn
Deciduous shrub
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The Paliuris spina-christi plant species is found in S. Europe to W. Asia. It is a member of the Rhamnaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Christ's thorn. Some home gardeners know the variety as P. aculeata. P. australis. P. virgatus.

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Latin Name:  Paliuris spina-christi
Common Name:  Christ's thorn
Family:  Rhamnaceae
Author:  Mill.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:  5

Habitat:  Hedges, roadsides and thickets, in maquis and garigue on dry sandy hills to 3000 metres[89].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in an ordinary well-drained garden soil in full sun[182, 200]. Tolerates light shade[202]. Prefers a limy soil[200]. Grows well in dry soils and, once established, is drought tolerant[184]. Prefers a light sandy soil in a warm sunny position[245]. Hardy to about -15°c[184]. Plants are of slow to moderate growth[202]. The branches are pliable and excessively spiny[11]. Plants can regrow from the base if they are cut back by severe weather[200]. The flowers are slightly perfumed[245]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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