What is Lycium afrum?
Lycium afrum, known as the Cape Thorn Bush or African Boxthorn, is a shrub native to the Cape Provinces in South Africa. Lycium afrum (Latin: Lycium afrum) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
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Lycium afrum, known as the Cape Thorn Bush or African Boxthorn, is a shrub native to the Cape Provinces in South Africa. Lycium afrum (Latin: Lycium afrum) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Lycium afrum is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Lycium afrum is a member native to CPP. Lycium afrum thrives in light to moderate shade and prefers well-drained soils that are light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Lycium afrum grows best in USDA zone 8-11, 8/10 light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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