Rhamnus frangula – Alder Buckthorn

Rhamnus frangula, commonly known as Alder Buckthorn, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 3-6 meters. It features simple, ovate leaves with finely serrated margins and small, greenish-white flowers that bloom from May to June. The plant produces small, red berries that turn black when ripe. Native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, Alder Buckthorn thrives in moist, well-drained soils, often found in woodlands, hedgerows, and wetlands.