Rhamnus nipalensis (Rhamnaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Rhamnus nipalensis
Deciduous shrub
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The Rhamnus nipalensis plant species is found in E. Asia - China to the Himalayas. It is a member of the Rhamnaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Rhamnus nipalensis
Family:  Rhamnaceae
Author:  Wallich.

Known Hazards:  Although no specific mention of toxicity has been found for this species, there is the suggestion that some members of this genus could be mildly poisonous[65].

Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  2

Habitat:  Found at elevations of 900 - 1,800 metres in the central and eastern Himalayas.

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder areas of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in any reasonably good soil[11]. The species in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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