Characteristics
Rhamnus alnifolia L'Hér.
alder-leaved buckthorn
Rich fens, swamps, and occasionally on dry calcareous rock outcrops. Primarily a wetland species but at times growing in xeric soils. At least in the southern and warmer parts of New York, this species is a strong calciphile.
Shrub
Perennial
Vascular
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Native
FACU, OBL (NWPL)
OBL (NWPL EMP)
OBL (NWPL NCNE)
S4 (State Rank)
G5 (Global Rank)
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Classification
Citation
Rhamnus alnifolia L'Hér.
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Species Distribution Map
This species has been reported in the counties highlighted in the interactive distribution map below. Click on a county to display its name.