Berberis horrida

Family: Berberidaceae

What it is like

A shrub. It grows 2 m tall. The leaves have sharp thorns around the edge. The flowers are yellow.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows between 500-2,000 m above sea level. It grows in areas with winter rain of between 400-800 mm. It can grow in shade. It suits USDA hardiness zone 9. It can tolerate some frost.

Countries/locations it is found in

Chile, South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Berberis actinacantha var. horrida (Gay) Reiche; Berberis pilosifolia Ahrendt;