Chinese desert-thorn
Lycium chinense
Overview
The Chinese desert-thorn (Lycium chinense) is native to northern China’s deserts. It has a long, woody stem with a thornlike branch system. The stems are covered with small, silver-green leaves. Its small, yellowish-white bell-shaped flowers and bright red, star-shaped berries are popular with birds. It thrives in dry, sandy soil and tolerates heat and drought well. These tough, drought-resistant shrubs provide wildlife habitat and windbreaks for agricultural fields, and can be grown as ornamental landscaping plants.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 6-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Birds.
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