Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
rhamnoides
ID:
724410

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1023 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723743



Common Names

  • Sea Buckthorn
  • Hippophae Rhamnoides
  • Sallow Thorn


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Synonyms

  • Osyris rhamnoides Scop. [unknown]
  • Rhamnoides hippophae Moench [unknown]
  • Argussiera rhamnoides Bubani [unknown]
  • Elaeagnus rhamnoides (L.) A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Hippophae angustifolia Lodd. ex Dippel [unknown]
  • Hippophae fluviatilis (Soest) Rivas Mart. [unknown]
  • Hippophae littoralis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Hippophae rhamnoidea St.-Lag. [unknown]
  • Hippophae sibirica hort. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Hippophae taurica hort. ex Dippel [unknown]
  • Hippophaes rhamnoideum St.-Lag. [unknown]
  • Hippophae rhamnoides fluviatilis Soest [unknown]

Description

Hippophae rhamnoides (also called Sea Buckthorn, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and Asia and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hippophae rhamnoides is used for making baskets, mats, and other handicrafts. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating wounds, skin infections, and digestive disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hippophae rhamnoides sub. carpatica Rousi
Hippophae rhamnoides sub. caucasica Rousi
Hippophae rhamnoides sub. wolongensis Y.S.Lian, K.Sun & X.L.Chen
Hippophae rhamnoides sub. mongolica Rousi
Hippophae rhamnoides sub. turkestanica Rousi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hippophae rhamnoides are small, yellow-green, and star-shaped. The seeds are small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippophae rhamnoides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Hippophae rhamnoides

Hippophae rhamnoides is found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Hippophae rhamnoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippophae rhamnoides?

Hippophae rhamnoides

What is the common name of Hippophae rhamnoides?

Sea Buckthorn

What is the natural habitat of Hippophae rhamnoides?

Mountain slopes, meadows, and riverbanks

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,