Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus catharticus

Buckthorn family (Rhamnaceae)

• Leaves finely toothed, oval, with a short pointed tip, up to 6cm (2.5in)long. The conspicuous veins converge towards the tip of the leaf.
• Flowers small, greenish, fragrant, with 4 petals.
• Black berries.

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