Botanical Name: Lycium exsertum
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Common Name: Thornbush  
Plant photo of: Lycium exsertum
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  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Lavender, Purple, White

 

Flower Season

Winter

 

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Spring

Information by: George Hull MSN
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  • Description

  • Notes

Thornbush is a moderate grower to 8' x 8'. White to purple flowers appear from January through April, followed by red, oval berries. Thornbush is tolerant of moderate cold, reflected heat, full sun, and drought. Native to southwest Arizona and into Mexico, from elevations of 2000' to 4000'.