Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirtella
ID:
462566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 2: 15 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461898

Common Names

  • Hirtella Buckthorn
  • Rhamnus hirtella
  • Hirtella Buckthorn

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Description

Rhamnus hirtella (also called Hairy Buckthorn, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the Rhamnaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia, and can be found in woodlands, hedgerows, and other shady habitats. It has small, white flowers and oval, toothed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Rhamnus hirtella has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries. It has been used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation. It has also been used as a diuretic and to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhamnus hirtella is a small, white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhamnus hirtella is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Rhamnus hirtella

Rhamnus hirtella is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia. It is found in moist meadows, woods, and wet places.

Rhamnus hirtella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhamnus hirtella?

Rhamnus hirtella

What is the family of Rhamnus hirtella?

Rhamnaceae

Where is Rhamnus hirtella native to?

Europe

Species in the Rhamnus genus

Rhamnus saxatilis, Rhamnus spathulifolia, Rhamnus schlechteri, Rhamnus sibthorpiana, Rhamnus serpyllacea, Rhamnus seravschanica, Rhamnus prinoides, Rhamnus petiolaris, Rhamnus philippinensis, Rhamnus pichleri, Rhamnus persicifolia, Rhamnus qianweiensis, Rhamnus prunifolia, Rhamnus pyrella, Rhamnus pumila, Rhamnus punctata, Rhamnus purandharensis, Rhamnus pulogensis, Rhamnus wightii, Rhamnus woloszczakii, Rhamnus velutina, Rhamnus sumbawana, Rhamnus thymifolia, Rhamnus sumatrensis, Rhamnus staddo, Rhamnus tonkinensis, Rhamnus erythroxylon, Rhamnus disperma, Rhamnus dolichophylla, Rhamnus fallax, Rhamnus glaucophylla, Rhamnus glandulosa, Rhamnus gayeri, Rhamnus cathartica, Rhamnus crenulata, Rhamnus davurica, Rhamnus collettii, Rhamnus costata, Rhamnus cornifolia, Rhamnus cordata, Rhamnus nitida, Rhamnus nigrescens, Rhamnus rhodopea, Rhamnus papuana, Rhamnus orbiculata, Rhamnus oleoides, Rhamnus myrtifolia, Rhamnus ludovici-salvatoris, Rhamnus lycioides, Rhamnus libanotica,

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,