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European Buckthorn
European Buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) is a small tree or shrub. Generally it grows up to around twenty feet in height. It was widely planted in Europe for centuries. The fruit was recognized as a cathartic, (aid to alleviate constipation) hence the species epithet 'cathartica.' It was introduced here in the United States, largely for its cathartic applications and its presence is primarily in zones 3-7, of the New England and Midwestern states. :-):-)
European Buckthorn
European Buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) is a small tree or shrub. Generally it grows up to around twenty feet in height. It was widely planted in Europe for centuries. The fruit was recognized as a cathartic, (aid to alleviate constipation) hence the species epithet 'cathartica.' It was introduced here in the United States, largely for its cathartic applications and its presence is primarily in zones 3-7, of the New England and Midwestern states. :-):-)