Ziziphus spina-christa
SIDR, CHRIST'S THORN
Rhamnaceae

 
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Plant type: semi-deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 6-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
10m
Plant habit
 
15m

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Origins: Tropical Africa, SW Asia-Middle East, India-Subcontinent

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Ziziphus spina-christa
SIDR, CHRIST'S THORN
Rhamnaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: semi-deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 6-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
10m
Plant habit
 
15m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in cream

Flowering Time: early spring to late spring

Ornamental Fruit: yellow-orange

Bark & Stems: spines


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical & bush designs

Uses: barrier, street tree, shade tree

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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