Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
angustata
ID:
664330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rehder) C.Y.Chang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Lab. N. E. Forest. Inst., Harbin 1980(6): 121.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663662



Common Names

  • Elaeagnus angustata
  • Angustata Elaeagnus
  • Angustata Elaeagnus


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Synonyms

  • Elaeagnus multiflora angustata Rehder [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus angustata angustata [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus angustata songminensis W.K.Hu & H.F.Chow [unknown]

Description

Elaeagnus angustata (also called Narrow-Leaved Elaeagnus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia, and typically grows in forests, thickets, and along roadsides. It has small, ovate leaves, white flowers, and small, round, red fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeagnus angustata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaeagnus angustata is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeagnus angustata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Elaeagnus angustata

Elaeagnus angustata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in many parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. It is also found in the United States, where it is grown as an ornamental shrub.

Elaeagnus angustata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeagnus angustata?

Elaeagnus angustata

What type of plant is Elaeagnus angustata?

It is a shrub or small tree.

What is the natural habitat of Elaeagnus angustata?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Species in the Elaeagnus genus

Elaeagnus angustata, Elaeagnus angustifolia, Elaeagnus annamensis, Elaeagnus arakiana, Elaeagnus argyi, Elaeagnus bambusetorum, Elaeagnus bockii, Elaeagnus bonii, Elaeagnus calcarea, Elaeagnus caudata, Elaeagnus cinnamomifolia, Elaeagnus commutata, Elaeagnus conferta, Elaeagnus courtoisii, Elaeagnus davidii, Elaeagnus delavayi, Elaeagnus difficilis, Elaeagnus epitricha, Elaeagnus fasciculata, Elaeagnus formosana, Elaeagnus formosensis, Elaeagnus geniculata, Elaeagnus glabra, Elaeagnus gonyanthes, Elaeagnus griffithii, Elaeagnus grijsii, Elaeagnus guizhouensis, Elaeagnus henryi, Elaeagnus heterophylla, Elaeagnus hunanensis, Elaeagnus indica, Elaeagnus infundibularis, Elaeagnus jiangxiensis, Elaeagnus jingdonensis, Elaeagnus kanaii, Elaeagnus lanceolata, Elaeagnus lanpingensis, Elaeagnus laosensis, Elaeagnus latifolia, Elaeagnus lipoensis, Elaeagnus liukiuensis, Elaeagnus liuzhouensis, Elaeagnus longiloba, Elaeagnus loureiroi, Elaeagnus luoxiangensis, Elaeagnus luxiensis, Elaeagnus macrantha, Elaeagnus macrophylla, Elaeagnus magna, Elaeagnus maritima,

Species in the Elaeagnaceae family

Elaeagnus angustata, Elaeagnus angustifolia, Elaeagnus annamensis, Elaeagnus arakiana, Elaeagnus argyi, Elaeagnus bambusetorum, Elaeagnus bockii, Elaeagnus bonii, Elaeagnus calcarea, Elaeagnus caudata, Elaeagnus cinnamomifolia, Elaeagnus commutata, Elaeagnus conferta, Elaeagnus courtoisii, Elaeagnus davidii, Elaeagnus delavayi, Elaeagnus difficilis, Elaeagnus epitricha, Elaeagnus fasciculata, Elaeagnus formosana, Elaeagnus formosensis, Elaeagnus geniculata, Elaeagnus glabra, Elaeagnus gonyanthes, Elaeagnus griffithii, Elaeagnus grijsii, Elaeagnus guizhouensis, Elaeagnus henryi, Elaeagnus heterophylla, Elaeagnus hunanensis, Elaeagnus indica, Elaeagnus infundibularis, Elaeagnus jiangxiensis, Elaeagnus jingdonensis, Elaeagnus kanaii, Elaeagnus lanceolata, Elaeagnus lanpingensis, Elaeagnus laosensis, Elaeagnus latifolia, Elaeagnus lipoensis, Elaeagnus liukiuensis, Elaeagnus liuzhouensis, Elaeagnus longiloba, Elaeagnus loureiroi, Elaeagnus luoxiangensis, Elaeagnus luxiensis, Elaeagnus macrantha, Elaeagnus macrophylla, Elaeagnus magna, Elaeagnus maritima,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2784978: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.
Che Yung Chang (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Chang' in the authors string.