Description: 50 fresh seeds. The rare Black Goji, or Black Wolfberry, originates in the Himalayan Mountains in Central Asia where it is revered for its health benefits. The fruit may be eaten fresh, dried or made into a tea, and just a few dried fruits added to water will turn it vivid purple. Black Goji fruit contains vitamins A, C and E, and includes some essential fatty acids which are unusual in fruits. They also have large amounts of proanthocyanidins, a powerful antioxidant that removes free radicals from cells similar to cranberries or grape seeds. The round fruit starts green and matures to purple and black when fully ripe. Black Goji Berry is self-fertile and will set flower and bear fruit in the second year after planting. Black goji is a shrub that reaches 4-6’ tall. The leaves are light gray to greenish and fleshy. It is self-fertile and fruits ripen in summer to early fall. Propagation: Seed – sow early spring in a greenhouse . Germination is usually good and fairly quick. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Plant out in late spring or early summer. Pinch out the shoot tips of the young plants in order to encourage bushy growth. This plant produces a very extensive root system, which is drought & salt tolerant, can be used for erosion control. Traditional Medicinal Uses: It’s ripe fruits have been used for treatment of heart disease, abnormal menstruation & menopause. The plant is used as an ointment to treat blindness in camels. Other Common Names: 黑果枸杞, hei guo gou qi, blue demon ji, Siyah goji, Black fruit wolfberry, Goji Nero, Kaokee, თეთრეკალა, (Tibetan name) “next to Mary”, 枸杞, gǒuqǐ, Lycii fructus, L. chinense, Tibetan goji berry, Gouqi jiu.
Price: 5.95 USD
Location: Brooklyn, New York
End Time: 2024-08-14T15:02:54.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Fruit Seeds
Common Name: Goji Berry
Color: Black
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
