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Paliurus

Paliurus are shrubs or small trees growing to 3 to 15 m tall. The shoots are zig-zagged, with a leaf and two stipular spines on the outside of each kink. The leaves are deciduous or evergreen, oval, 2 to 10 cm long and 1 to 7 cm broad, glossy green, with three conspicuous veins at the base, and an entire or bluntly toothed margin. The fruit is a dry woody nutlet centred in a circular wing 1 to 3.5 cm diameter. The eight species are native to warm, dry regions of Eurasia and North Africa from Morocco and Spain east to Japan and China.

Scientific classification

Genus

Paliurus (Paliurus)

Family

Buckthorn

Order

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

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Species

Jerusalem thorn Ma jia zi

Care Guide for Paliurus

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Water: Paliurus is adapted to arid environments, thriving on minimal moisture with a drought tolerance. It requires infrequent watering every 2-3 weeks, allowing soil to dry between sessions. Particularly suited for xeriscaping, paliurus is resilient, low-maintenance, and ideal for water conservation efforts.

Propagation: Propagation of paliurus occurs via seed sowing or hardwood cuttings. Success requires well-draining soil, moisture, optimal light, and temperature. Cold stratification may assist seed germination. Cuttings need careful handling, while seeds require proper sowing methods and consistent care until germination.

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