Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
664510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 2: 416 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663842



Common Names

  • Large-flowered Silverberry
  • Large-flowered Elaeagnus
  • Large-flowered Oleaster


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Description

Elaeagnus macrantha (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 macrantha is an ornamental shrub with fragrant flowers and edible fruits. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elaeagnus macrantha has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeagnus macrantha 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 macrantha

Elaeagnus macrantha is native to tropical Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Elaeagnus macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeagnus macrantha?

Elaeagnus macrantha

What is the natural habitat of Elaeagnus macrantha?

It is native to China.

What are the uses of Elaeagnus macrantha?

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,

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