Description
Family: Rhamnaceae
Genus: Paliurus
Species: Spina-Christi
Jerusalem Thorn, Christ’s thorn
In the past, this species was quite widespread in Serbian territory, but today it is classified as an endangered and protected species. Durch is a bushy, woody plant. It reaches a height of 3–4 m. Ripe fruits are used for medicine. It is used as an antiseptic for diarrhea, dysentery, inflammation of the colon, and for the treatment of nervous and rheumatic diseases. It is classified as an extremely honey-bearing species.
——————————————————
Propagation: By seed, division
Pre-treatment: Yes, cold stratification for 3 months
Sowing: Throughout the year in the substrate at a depth of 1 cm
Germination: Temperature 22-25 C, germinates in 1-4 months
Location: Direct light
Hardiness zone : 4a / -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.