ᐅ Common silverberry – Goji and the miracle berries

Created on: 29 Aug 2008 22:34
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wuschel
29 Aug 2008 22:34
Hello,

before I start arguing even more with my girlfriend, I’d rather just ask here. She is currently really into something I don’t quite understand. She swears by "goji" and now wants to open a small organic store where she also plans to sell this so-called "common sea buckthorn." Apparently, this is the big trend on the German market right now... but I had never heard of it until now, maybe you have?

What’s the deal with this plant?

I just hope it’s not some kind of drug in the end…??? 😱
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Leeloo
31 Aug 2008 21:22
Goji berries are reportedly very rich in vitamins and are especially celebrated in Tibetan regions as a plant "for long life." Youthfulness, beauty, health…the whole range. Whether this is actually true, I cannot say, but according to Wikipedia, they are definitely not a drug! 😉
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Gartenbauer
1 Sep 2008 21:34
Hi,

Common Sea Buckthorn:
This is a shrub that can grow up to 3m (10 feet) tall. The flowers are purple, blooming from July to September. In autumn, the shrub produces egg-shaped, red berries.

Sea buckthorn is native to Asia and Europe. It is often used as an ornamental hedge but can also be found growing wild.

For a long time, until the 19th century, sea buckthorn was considered toxic, but recent studies clearly show that it is NON-TOXIC to humans. However, animals such as dogs, cats, pigs, or rabbits can be at risk, but only if they consume large quantities.

Best regards,
Gartenbauer;)