Rhamnus cathartica, the European buckthorn, [3] common buckthorn, purging buckthorn, or just buckthorn, is a species of small tree in the flowering plant family Rhamnaceae.

Distinguishing between non-native and native buckthorn is important so that management efforts can be targeted appropriately. This article desribes and separates the two invasive buckthorns from native …

May 2, 2025 · Common buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) is an invasive shrub or small tree that has become a major threat to North American ecosystems. Native to Europe and western Asia, it was …

Buckthorn, any of about 100 species of shrubs or trees belonging to the genus Rhamnus, family Rhamnaceae, native to temperate areas in the Northern Hemisphere. The cascara buckthorn (R. …

Common buckthorn is a tall, understory shrub brought to North America in the early 1800s as an ornamental shrub, primarily to serve as a hedgerow. But this woody plant escaped from yards and …

Buckthorn leafs out early and retains its leaves late into the fall, creating dense shade that helps it to out-compete many native plants. Common, or European, buckthorn, and glossy buckthorn are the …

Common buckthorn is a deciduous shrub or small tree in the Rhamnaceae or buckthorn family and is native to Europe, Africa and northern Asia. It was introduced to North America in the early 1800s and …

Common and Glossy Buckthorn can be tall shrubs or small trees which may reach 6 to 25 feet and have trunks 10 inches in diameter. Buckthorns usually have a few to several stems or trunks and …

Apr 10, 2025 · Discover 28 fascinating facts about Buckthorn, from its invasive nature to its medicinal uses. Learn how this plant impacts ecosystems and more.

Common (Rhamnus cathartica) and glossy buckthorn (Frangula alnus) are invasive shrubs or small trees. Common buckthorn is most often found invading open woodlands and forest edges while …