Pale Desert-Thorn
Lyciumpallidum

Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Lycium (LY-see-um)
Species: pallidum (PAL-lid-dum)

Category
Perennials
Shrubs

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Deciduous
Smooth

Foliage Color
Blue-Green

Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)

Spacing

Hardiness
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color
Pale Green

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

Patent Information

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing