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African boxthorn- Lycium ferocissimum Fruit of African boxthorn- Lycium ferocissimum.<br />
Lycium ferocissimum Is introduced to Australia and in some areas has become a real pest. African boxthorn,Australia,Geotagged,Lycium ferocissimum,Spring Click/tap to enlarge

African boxthorn- Lycium ferocissimum

Fruit of African boxthorn- Lycium ferocissimum.
Lycium ferocissimum Is introduced to Australia and in some areas has become a real pest.

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"Lycium ferocissimum", the African boxthorn or boxthorn, is a shrub in the nightshade family. The species is native to the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and Free State provinces in South Africa and has become naturalised in Australia and New Zealand. It is listed in Australia's Weed of National Significance list and is a declared noxious weed in the United States.

Similar species: Solanales
Species identified by Ernst
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Uploaded Nov 14, 2025. Captured Nov 13, 2025 14:50 in 72 Franklin Parade, Encounter Bay SA 5211, Australia.
  • Canon EOS 650D
  • f/11.0
  • 1/32s
  • ISO400
  • 84mm