Elaeagnus indica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indica
ID:
664469
Status:
valid
Authors:
Serv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 8: 393 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663801
Common Names
- Elaeagnus Indica
- Indian Oleaster
- Indian Silverberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elaeagnus indica (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 indica is an ornamental shrub with fragrant flowers and edible fruits. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elaeagnus indica 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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Elaeagnus indica 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 indica
Elaeagnus indica is native to tropical Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Elaeagnus indica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elaeagnus indica?
Elaeagnus indica
What is the common name of Elaeagnus indica?
Silverberry
What is the natural habitat of Elaeagnus indica?
It is native to India, Nepal, and 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,