Berberis thunbergii, or Japanese Barberry, is a deciduous shrub with dense, thorny branches. It features vibrant foliage, small yellow spring flowers, and bright red autu
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate, drought-tolerant once established
Soil
Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types, pH 6.0-7.5.
Temperature
Hardy, tolerates a wide range of temperatures
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low, generally not required unless soil is poor
Full sun to partial shade
Moderate, drought-tolerant once established
Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types, pH 6.0-7.5.
Hardy, tolerates a wide range of temperatures
Outdoor
Low, generally not required unless soil is poor
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-2.5 m
Spread
0.6-2.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green, Red, Purple
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
40000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
No
Contains berberine alkaloids; ingestion of berries or other parts can cause gastrointestinal upset in humans and pets.
