Firethorn Delcova

== Desc ==
Firethorn Delcova is a pretty neat species. The species is named for their flaming thorns that appear red and or orange. They are large branched thorns or spines; similar to those of Honeylocust. Thorns are quite nasty, and are very sharp. If your unfortunate to rub against these spines, chances are they will draw blood. The spines are a successful defense mechanism of the species, which allows it to grow with minimal disturbance. Because of the spines, these trees are the most popular plant on the market for hedging. Nobody will bother trying to sneak through this hedge! Leaves are a yellow green almost year round, but does drop leaves in November or early December. Leaves turn a vibrant orange and yellow before dropping. Leaves are quite small and rounded. On average they are 2-4 inches long. Small orange catkins appear in March-May. Flowers are fragrant, but not as much as other species. Fruits appear a few weeks after. A small drupe with external seeds. External seeds surround the fruit like a flower. Seeds fall after a few days. Bark and twigs are a greyish color. bark is smooth. Tree is a large rounded form, but can grow very tall and narrow. 
== Quick Stats ==
15-30'
Large rounded shrub / small tree. 
Very sharp spines. Can tear clothing and cut skin. 
Spines are a fiery orange, yellow and or red. 
small deciduous leaves.
Category:Trees and Shrubs
Category:Hypo Nature