Elaeagnus hunanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hunanensis
ID:
664464
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.J.Qi & Q.Z.Lin
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
J. Centr. S. Forest. Univ. 20(2): 89 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663796
Common Names
- Elaeagnus Hunanensis
- Hunan Oleaster
- Hunan Silverberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elaeagnus hunanensis (also called Silverberry, Goumi, and Autumn Olive, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with silvery-green foliage and fragrant white flowers. It is native to East Asia, and can be found in open woodlands, hillsides, and riverbanks. It grows to a height of 6-10 feet.
Uses & Benefits
Elaeagnus hunanensis is a popular ornamental shrub due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, and its fruits are edible.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elaeagnus hunanensis has small, white flowers which are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and round and are borne in clusters. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elaeagnus hunanensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or screen.
Where to Find Elaeagnus hunanensis
Elaeagnus hunanensis is native to China and can be found in the wild in the northern and western parts of the country. It is also grown as an ornamental shrub in many parts of the world.
Elaeagnus hunanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elaeagnus hunanensis?
Elaeagnus hunanensis
What is the common name of Elaeagnus hunanensis?
Silverberry
What is the natural habitat of Elaeagnus hunanensis?
It is native to China
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-2785100: Based on the initial data import
Cheng Jing Qi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Qi' in the authors string.
Qin Zhong Lin (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.Z.Lin' in the authors string.