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Elaeagnus angustifolia

Genus: Elaeagnus - Species: angustifolia - Family: Elaeagnaceae

Phonetic Spelling: el-ee-AG-nus an-gus-tee-FOH-lee-uh

Common Names:

Russian Olive
Russian-olive

Tags

fragrant flowers

drought tolerant

wildlife friendly

bird friendly

salt tolerant

fast growing

yellow flowers

silver leaves

non-toxic for horses

non-toxic for dogs

non-toxic for cats

high maintenance

small tree

thorns

aggressive

deciduous tree

red fruits

food source summer

food source fall

salt spray tolerant

invasive

star shaped flowers

silvery

Quick Facts

Height: 12 ft. 0 in. - 30 ft. 0 in.
Width: 12 ft. 0 in. - 20 ft. 0 in.
USDA Zones:
- 7a
- 7b
- 6a
- 6b
- 4a
- 4b
- 5a
- 5b
- 3a
- 3b
- 2a
- 2b
NC Region:Not specified
Origin:Asia, Russia, India
Life Cycle:
- Woody
Plant Types:
- Shrub
- Tree
Habit:Not specified

Distribution

N/A

Uses

An essential oil obtained from the flowers of this plant is often used in perfumes. A gum comes from this plant that is used in the textile industry.

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