Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxim.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 15: 377 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663881
Common Names
- Oldham's Silverberry
- Oldham's Elaeagnus
- Oldham's Oleaster
Synonyms
- Elaeagnus convexolepidota Hayata [unknown]
Description
Elaeagnus oldhamii (also called Oldham's Silverberry, among many other common names) is a small deciduous shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It has silvery-green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Taiwan and is found in open forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Elaeagnus oldhamii is an evergreen shrub that is often used as a hedge or screen. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a variety of soil types.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elaeagnus oldhamii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elaeagnus oldhamii is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Elaeagnus oldhamii
Elaeagnus oldhamii can be found in China, Taiwan, and Vietnam.
Elaeagnus oldhamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elaeagnus oldhamii?
Elaeagnus oldhamii
What is the common name of Elaeagnus oldhamii?
Silverberry
What is the natural habitat of Elaeagnus oldhamii?
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,