Rhamnus frangula
Alder buckthorn
Deciduous shrub
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The Rhamnus frangula plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Rhamnaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Alder buckthorn. Some home gardeners know the variety as Frangula alnus. Mill.

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Latin Name:  Rhamnus frangula
Common Name:  Alder buckthorn
Family:  Rhamnaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  The plant is poisonous unless stored for 12 months before use[4, 19, 76]. This report is probably referring to the bark.
 
Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:  4
 
Habitat:  Swamps and damp places, usually on moist heaths and damp open woods, preferring a peaty soil[9, 17, 21].

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