Berberis x lologensis

Family: Berberidaceae

What it is like

An evergreen spiny shrub. It is a natural hybrid between Berberis darwinii and Berberis linearifolia. The leaves are glossy dark green. They are 25 mm long. They vary in shape. The flowers are orange or yellow. They are in groups of 7. The fruit are blue black.

There are about 450-500 Berberis species.

Where it is found

It is a warm temperate plant. It suits hardiness zones 6-9.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Berberis darwinii and B. linearifolia