Elaeagnus latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
664496
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 121 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663828
Common Names
- Elaeagnus latifolia
- Broad-Leaved Elaeagnus
- Broad-Leaved Silverberry
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- Elaeagnus kologa ceylanica Servett. [unknown]
- Elaeagnus kologa grisebachii Servett. [unknown]
- Elaeagnus kologa macrophylla Servett. [unknown]
- Elaeagnus kologa wightii Servett. [unknown]
- Elaeagnus punctata Schlecht. [unknown]
- Elaeagnus rotundifolia Serv. [unknown]
- Elaeagnus thwaitesii Schlecht. [unknown]
Description
Elaeagnus latifolia (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 latifolia is an ornamental shrub with fragrant flowers and edible fruits. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elaeagnus latifolia 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 latifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay, and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Elaeagnus latifolia
Elaeagnus latifolia is native to tropical Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Elaeagnus latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elaeagnus latifolia?
Elaeagnus latifolia
What is the natural habitat of Elaeagnus latifolia?
It is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
What are the uses of Elaeagnus latifolia?
It is used for ornamental purposes and for its edible fruits.
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-2785131: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.