Sea buckthorn - on closer inspection, this shrub appears dangerous with its long and thin spikes. But is it really that, or does the shrub just use them to protect itself from potential enemies?
Do not panic: sea buckthorn does not contain any toxic substances
Because of its distinctive appearance, sea buckthorn cannot be confused with other plants that are poisonous. Both its fruit (regardless of whether it is raw or cooked) and its flowers and leaves are non-toxic as they do not contain any harmful substances.
On the contrary: You can pick and eat large quantities of sea buckthorn berries. They are extremely healthy and convince with a high content of:
- vitamin C
- carotene
- B vitamins
- flavonoids
tips and tricks
Since many people do not recognize the sea buckthorn and its healthy berries, you can plant it in fence areas and front gardens without worrying about your harvest.