Rhamnus libanotica

Rhamnus libanotica

Native to:
Lebanon-Syria, Türkiye

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rhamnaceae
Genus:
Rhamnus
Species:
Rhamnus libanotica
USDA Symbol:
RHLI3

Growth Characteristics

Height:
400 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
green, yellow
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds
Fall Color:
yellow

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, rocky, calcareous soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to rocky slopes and limestone areas

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–60 days
Notes:
Seeds may have variable dormancy; cold stratification improves germination rates.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI