Well, depending on the kind of lemon tree. Most do have thorns, but the thorns usually decrease as the tree gets older.
Some trees that have thorns include honey locust (Gleditsia triacanthos), black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia), and hawthorn (Crataegus spp.). Thorns help protect the tree from herbivores and other threats.
Most citrus trees have thorns on the branches. Lime trees usually have thin branches with thorns, lemons are similar
No, pear trees do not have thorns on their branches.
Actually, Yes, they do have thorns. Citrus trees sold at nursery centers are usually hybrids, and are bred not to have thorns. My son planted 10 fresh orange seeds 2 yrs ago, and they have thorns on them, so I suppose they reverted back to their original thorny state. Most citrus trees have thorns in the wild to keep animals away from the fruit.
There are no apple trees that have thorns. There is a tree called the Hawthorn Thornapple tree that has thorns as its name suggests.
The thorns are a deterrent to foragers, even me.
Most fruit trees have thorns they must be planted from the fruit itself because the trees you purchase at a nursary are bred to not have thorns. the tree uses its thorns to protect its fruit from other animals. the only wild fruit tree that does not have thorns is the fig tree.
No, jacaranda trees do not have thorns. They are known for their beautiful purple flowers and ornamental foliage.
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No, dogwood trees do not have thorns. They are known for their beautiful flowers and distinctive bark, but their branches are typically smooth. Some other plants may have thorns, but dogwoods are not among them.
Yes, tangelo trees can have thorns on their branches. These thorns are more common in younger trees and can vary in size and abundance between different varieties. While they are not as thorny as some other citrus trees, caution should be taken when handling them.