Is Sourberry safe for pets?

Yes, Sourberry (Dovyalis Rhamnoides) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Sourberry easy to care for?

Sourberry has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Sourberry grow indoors?

Sourberry is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Sourberry (Dovyalis Rhamnoides) is a perennial shrub in the Salicaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Dovyalis rhamnoides is an evergreen shrub or small tree known for its sharp spines and edible acidic fruit.

Last updated: February 2026

Sourberry

Dovyalis Rhamnoides

Dovyalis rhamnoides is an evergreen shrub or small tree known for its sharp spines and edible acidic fruit.

Quick Facts

Type

shrub

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

⚠️

Not Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:hedge, screen, fruit production

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sourberry

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Salicaceae

Genus:Dovyalis