Buckthorn is a shrub that has gained attention for its medicinal properties and is well known for its usage in culinary delights. Native to Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia, buckthorn can be found in dense forests, meadows, roadsides, fence lines, pastures, and fields. The berry fruit obtained from the plant is consumed as juice, made into jellies, marmalades, syrups, and or added to desserts and ice creams.