This deciduous tree stands out due to its distinctive lack of thorns compared to the typical species. Originating from North America, it exhibits a robust growth habit and tolerates a wide range of soil conditions. Cultivators and land managers value it for windbreaks and hedge plantings.
The variety reaches heights of 10 to 15 meters, forming a dense, rounded canopy. Its leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and turn a bright yellow in autumn. The most distinguishing characteristic is the absence of spines on the branches, making it easier to handle than the parent species.
The plant is dioecious, producing small greenish flowers. Female trees bear large, spherical, yellow-green multiple fruits with a bumpy surface resembling citrus fruits.
Late spring to early summer
The wood is extremely dense, durable, and resistant to decay, historically used for fence posts and tool handles. Windbreaks and erosion control barriers are frequently established using this variety due to its tough nature. The milky sap from the leaves and fruit contains compounds that have been studied for their insect-repellent properties.
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