Lycium arabicum
Lycium arabicumfam. Solanaceae
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Pl. E517 — Lycium arabicum
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Lycium arabicum, cunoscut sub numele de spârme de boxthorn sau Goji, este un arbust originează din Algerie și Tunisia. Înflorșează în soarele plin și preferă sușteți umide care pot varia de la ușoară (sândal) până la grea (argila). Această plantă versatilă este valorificată pentru părțile mănâncabile sale, inclusiv fructe, lamine și rafii. Cunoscut atât pentru apere ornamentale cât și utilizările culinare, Lycium arabicum reprezintă o adaugare notabilă în jardine și landscapede climei potrivite. O caracteristică distinctivă a acestei plante este capacitatea lor de a crește în diverse condiții de sușteț, făcându-le adaptabile la diferite mediuni.
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What is Lycium arabicum?
Lycium arabicum, cunoscut sub numele de spârme de boxthorn sau Goji, este un arbust originează din Algerie și Tunisia. Înflorșează în soarele plin și preferă sușteți umide care pot varia de la ușoară (sândal) până la grea (argila).
What is Lycium arabicum used for?
Traditionally used for immune support. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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Clinicaluses · safety · chemistry · dosagemedicinal profile
IIBeneficii și dovezi
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Beneficii și dovezi
1 claim · 0 sources- Traditionally used for immune support, Lycium arabicum is recommended as an adjunct in boosting the body’s defenses according to Chinese Pharmacopoeia (2010 edition). The fruit and leaves are prepared as a decoction or tea infusion.
Mechanism not fully characterised in modern literature; traditional attribution predates chemistry. Contains polysaccharides, which may enhance immune function by modulating the HPA-axis, similar to other adaptogenic Solanaceae family members like Datura metel.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivare
Cultivare
Lycium arabicum se dezvolte în soarele plin și preferă sușteți umide dar bine drenate care pot fi ușoare (sândal), medii sau grea (argila). Plantul este durabil în regiuni temperaturne și poate fi propagoz prin semințe sau împărțiri. Poate recolta părți mănâncabile sale - fructe, lamine și rafii - pentru a fi utilizate.
Light
Full sun
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
For first-time growers
How to grow Lycium arabicum for the first time
8steps
Start with a simple, sunny spot and basic care for Skip.
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What you'll need
Skip seeds or young plants, potting soil, containers if planting in pots.
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Best time to plant
Plant Skip in spring after the last frost.
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Soil and container prep
Use well-draining soil with a mix of light (sandy), medium, or heavy clay soils. Ensure containers have drainage holes.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds in the ground or start them indoors 4-6 weeks before planting outside. Transplant young plants after danger of frost passes.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Place in a sunny spot, ensuring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
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Ongoing care
Provide full sun and regular watering. Fertilize lightly every few months with compost or organic mulch.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune in late winter to encourage new growth and remove any dead or damaged branches.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy shade, neglecting regular pruning.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:FruitLeavesShoots
Edible uses: The Lycium arabicum fruit, leaves, and shoots are edible. The fruits can be eaten raw or used in cooking, while the leaves and young shoots are often prepared by steaming before consumption. These parts add a mild flavor to dishes and can also be dried for later use.
Other uses:Erosion control
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribuție
20 native · 10 introduced
Distribuție
20 native · 10 introducedDistribution across3 continents· 20 native· 10 introduced
Europe7 regions
native (6)AlbaniaFranceGreeceItalyPortugalSpain
introduced (1)Italy
Asia6 regions
native (2)PalestineTurkey
introduced (4)OmanPakistanPalestineSaudi Arabia
Africa8 regions
native (5)AlgeriaEgyptLibyaMoroccoTunisia
introduced (3)EswatiniSomaliaSudan
Broader regions
native:East Aegean Is., Lebanon-Syria, Sinai, Yugoslavia, Turkey-in-Europe
introduced:Northern Provinces, Sinai
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