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Kraaldoring, Corral Thorn

Lyciumtetrandrum

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Family

Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Lycium (LY-see-um)

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Species

tetrandrum (tet-RAN-drum)

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Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Evergreen

This plant is fire-retardant

Height

4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing

6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Late Spring/Early Summer

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| April 2012 | positive

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