Carolina Buckthorn

Rhamnus caroliniana

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

Carolina buckthorn is a large shrub to small tree with a spreading crown. Despite the name, it does not have thorns. It has many attractive features including glossy leaves, fruit ranging from red to black, and red fall color. Food source for pollinators and birds.

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Details

Plant Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Conditions

Sun

Dry

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

No Wetland Tolerance Never occurs in wetlands.

Project Uses

Upland Restoration

Height (ft)

10-15

Tree Size Class

C: 0-25' at maturity

Flower Color

Green

Fall Showy?

Flowering Time

May-June

Growth Rate

Moderate