Paliurus spina-christi aka Christ's Thorn

Taxonomy

Genus Paliurus Family Rhamnaceae Order Rosales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta
Paliurus spina-christi, also known as Jerusalem thorn, garland thorn, Christ's thorn, or crown of thorns, is a bushy shrub native to the Mediterranean region, southwest and central Asia. It features slender, viciously thorny stems and glossy, bright green, rounded leaves. During summer, it produces clusters of small, greenish-yellow, star-shaped flowers, which are later followed by small, woody fruit. Each fruit is surrounded by a large, disc-shaped wing that starts off pale green and turns brown, lasting throughout winter. This rare houseplant, belonging to the Paliurus genus, requires regular watering and thrives best in abundant sunlight, ideally placed within 3 feet of a window.

Common names

Christ's Thorn, Jerusalem Thorn, Jeruselem Thorn

How to care for Christ's Thorn

Water

Christ's Thorn should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Christ's Thorn prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

Ploi's records do not contain confirmed information on the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event of accidental ingestion of plant material with questionable toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional.

Region of origin

Christ's Thorn’s native range is S. Europe to W. Asia.

More info:
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More Species in Paliurus Genus

Paliurus spina-christi Christ's Thorn