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Posted on October 13, 2024October 14, 2024 by Flinders Ranges Field Naturalists

African Boxthorn: Warren Gorge

African Boxthorn (Lycium ferocissimum), introduced from Africa for spikey hedge fences, is considered a noxious weed. With similarities to Goji Berry, the fruit (when ripened to red) is edible. Seen here fruiting in October at Warren Gorge, near Quorn.

CategoriesBush Foods, Flora, Shrubs TagsBoxthorn, Flinders Ranges, fruit, Quorn, thorn, warren gorge

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