PatternBaseCommon Buckthorn
Rhamnus cathartica L., Rhamnaceae
Zones
2–7
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
WindbreakBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator AttractorProducer
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)
Water
Moderate (established)High (seedling)
Soil pH
6 – 8
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Uses
Functions
Hedgerow PlantWildlife HabitatMedicinal PlantDye Plant
Medicinal Uses
PurgativeLaxativeSkin Conditions
Common Questions
What zones does Common Buckthorn grow in?
Common Buckthorn grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 7.
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