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Chinese sea buckthorn
Hippophae sinensis

Family: Elaeagnaceae


What it is like

A deciduous tree. It grows about 4.5 m high. It can be 12 m high. Male and female flowers are on separate trees. The fruit are edible.

There are about 8 Hippophae species. The fruit are rich in Vitamin C. An unresolved name in The Plant List


Where it is found

It grows in temperate places. It suits hardiness zones 3-9.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Australia, China (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

It grows quickly.


Its other names

Local names

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