Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
commutata
ID:
664371

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bernh. ex Rydb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Fl. Rocky Mts. : 582 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663703



Common Names

  • Elaeagnus Commutata
  • Common Oleaster
  • Common Silverberry


Searching for Elaeagnus commutata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Elaeagnus argentea Pursh [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus argentea Nutt. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus argentea elongata Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus argentea maxima Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus argentea pauciflora Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus argentea rotundifolia Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus argentea sinuosa Servett. [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus glabra hort. ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus veteris-castelli Lepage [unknown]

Description

Elaeagnus commutata (also called Silverberry, among many other common names) is a medium-sized shrub native to North America. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. Its leaves are alternate, oblong-elliptic, and measure up to 5 cm long. It is found in open woodlands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeagnus commutata is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elaeagnus commutata flowers are small, white, and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

Searching for Elaeagnus commutata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeagnus commutata 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 commutata

Elaeagnus commutata is native to North America and can be found in the wild in the northern and western parts of the continent. It is also grown as an ornamental shrub in many parts of the world.

Elaeagnus commutata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeagnus commutata?

Elaeagnus commutata

What type of climate does Elaeagnus commutata prefer?

Elaeagnus commutata prefers a warm temperate climate.

What is the average height of Elaeagnus commutata?

Elaeagnus commutata typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

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-2785017: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Johann Jakob Bernhardi (1774-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bernh.' in the authors string.