Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
664332

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 121 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663664



Common Names

  • Elaeagnus angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Elaeagnus
  • Angustifolia Elaeagnus


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Synonyms

  • Elaeagnus angustifolia caspica Sosn. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus angustifolia iliensis Musch. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus angustifolia orientalis (L.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus angustifolia orientalis (L.) Soják [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus argentea Moench [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus caspica (Sosn.) Grossh. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus dactyliformis hort. ex Schlecht. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus erivanensis Fisch. ex Schlecht. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis continentalis Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis igda Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis littoralis Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis microcarpa Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis moorcroftii (Wall. ex Schltdl.) Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis orientalis (L.) Loudon [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis songorica Bernh. ex Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis songorica (Bernh. ex Schltdl.) Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus igda (Servett.) Tzvelev [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus iliensis (Musch.) Musch. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus incana Lam. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus inermis Mill. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus litoralis (Serv.) N.Kozlowsk. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus moorcroftii Wall. ex Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus orientalis L. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus oxycarpa Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus oxycarpa microcarpa (Servett.) Tzvelev [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus sativa hort. ex Dippel [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus songarica kozlovskajae Tzvelev [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus songorica Fisch. ex Trautv. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus spinosa L. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus tifliensis Fisch. & Vis. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus tomentosa Moench [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus turcomanica N.Kozlowsk. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus longipes hortensis (M.Bieb.) Maxim. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus songarica Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis songarica Bernh. ex Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus angustifolia angustifolia [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus angustifolia spinosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus hortensis dactyliformis Loudon [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus angustifolia biebersteiniana Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Elaeagnus angustifolia (also called Russian Olive, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Elaeagnaceae family. It is native to the Chaco region of Argentina and Paraguay. It is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeagnus angustifolia 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 angustifolia 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 angustifolia 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 angustifolia

Elaeagnus angustifolia 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 angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeagnus angustifolia?

Elaeagnus angustifolia

What type of plant is Elaeagnus angustifolia?

It is a shrub or small tree.

What is the natural habitat of Elaeagnus angustifolia?

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,

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