Plants in genus lycium
Plants in genus lycium
Lycium barbarum
Lycium barbarum, known for its delicious and nutrient-rich berries, is a deciduous woody shrub native to China. It grows 8-10 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide, thriving in full sun and consistently moist, well-draining soil. The plant is self-pollinating and has been cultivated for over 600 years, used in traditional Chinese medicine and for erosion control.