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Arizona desertthorn
Lycium exsertum

Family: Solanaceae


What it is like

A large shrub. It grows 1-2 m tall.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA


How it is used for food

The fruit are gathered, washed, boiled and ground then mixed with water to make a drink. The fruit can be sun dried and stored and eaten without preparation.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Thornbush

Synonyms