African Boxthorn

Lycium ferocissimum, Solanaceae

Zones

8–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (fruiting)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Brewer's SaltbushAtriplex breweri

Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Sea PurslaneAtriplex portulacoides

Pest DeterrentNutrient Accumulation

Russian Desert-thornLycium ruthenicum

Pollinator SharingWind Protection

Cleveland SageSalvia clevelandii

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Simple Bean CaperTetraena simplex

Wind ProtectionPest Deterrent

Sweet ThornAcacia karroo

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Small-leaf RoseRosa minutifolia

Both thorny shrubs compete aggressively for space and resources in Mediterranean climates

European Box ThornLycium europaeum

Related Lycium species compete intensely for the same ecological niche and resources

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionLiving FenceErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Berries

Medicinal Uses

AntioxidantImmune Support

Common Questions

What zones does African Boxthorn grow in?

African Boxthorn grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for African Boxthorn?

Good companions for African Boxthorn include Brewer's Saltbush, Sea Purslane, Russian Desert-thorn, Cleveland Sage, Simple Bean Caper.

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