noun
- a thorny shrub or small tree with small greenish flowers and dark berries, often used in landscaping
Examples
- The buckthorn hedge provided a natural barrier around the property.
- Gardeners often plant buckthorn for its hardy nature and attractive berries.
- The common buckthorn is native to Europe but has spread to North America.
- Wildlife feeds on the dark berries of the buckthorn in autumn.
- The thorny branches of the buckthorn make it an effective security hedge.
- Buckthorn can grow in poor soil conditions where other plants struggle.