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Atraphaxis spinosa Deciduous shrub (1 Page of 5) The Atraphaxis spinosa plant species is found in S.E. Europe to W. Asia. It is a member of the Polygonaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Atraphaxis spinosa Family: Polygonaceae Author: L. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.6 Mature Width: 1.2 Habitat: Grassy plains in semi-desert or very dry soils[200].
Cultivation Notes: Requires a sunny position in a light well-drained soil of low to moderate fertility[182, 200]. Succeeds in the rock garden or on a sunny stony bank[200].
Plants are hardy to at least -10°c so long as the soil is not wet over the winter[200].
The tiny flowers have long lasting petals[182].
This species is closely related to A. frutescens[200].
Any pruning should be restricted to the removal of branch tips every second or third year during the spring in order to maintain a neat compact habit[200].
Established specimens resent root disturbance[200].
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