Alpine Buckthorn (Rhamnus Alpina) is a perennial shrub in the Rhamnaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Rhamnus alpina is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to mountainous regions of southern and central Europe, known for its glossy leaves and small greenish-yellow flowers.