Buckthorn Plants at BCA
Frangula alnus
Alder Buckthorn, Glossy BuckthornA large, non-showy shrub or small deciduous tree with invasive tendencies as birds spread the purplish fruits.- Frangula alnus 'Asplenifolia' // Glossy Buckthorn, Alder Buckthorn, Fernleaf Buckthorn, Tallhedge Buckthorn
Frangula caroliniana
Carolina BuckthornAn alkaline soil-tolerant, large shrub or small deciduous tree w/ showy red to black summer/fall fruits.- Frangula caroliniana // Carolina Buckthorn ("straight species")