The plant was introduced to the British Isles in 1730 and is now considered naturalised.
How to use
The dried, red fruits are eaten in rich tonic soups and stews of poultry or meat, to which they impart a delicate sweet flavour.
Leaves and fruits are used for making tea.
Fruits are sold in health shops and known as Goji berries.
- Scientific name: Lycium barbarum
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
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