Solanaceae FAMILY
Lycium europaeum
Lycium europaeum
Edibility
3/5
Medicinal
2/5
Safety & Hazards
Some caution should be exercised with this species, particularly with regard to its edible leaves, since it belongs to a family that often contains toxins. However, use of the leaves is well documented and fairly widespread in some areas.
Botanical Description
Lycium europaeum is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 4.00 metres tall. It is harvested from the wild for local use as a food, medicine and source of materials.
Habitat & Origin
Origintemperate
Native RangeS.W. Europe to the Mediterranean.
HabitatIn Israel it grows in Mediterranean maquis, batha communities, and loessial wadis in the steppes areas.