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Gymnosporia heterophylla, Maytenus heterophylla , Common Spike Thorn

Gymnosporia heterophylla, Maytenus heterophylla

Common Spike Thorn
Family: Celastraceae
Origin: South Africa
USDA Zone: 8?

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

Large shrub 5-10 ft tall

Full sun

Dry conditions

Moderate water

White, off-white flowers

Thorny or spiny

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Subtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

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