Elaeagnus x ebbingei

Family: Elaeagnaceae

What it is like

A dense evergreen shrub. It grows 3.5 m tall and spreads 3.5 m wide. The leaves are dark green and glossy. They are silvery underneath. They are 10 cm long. The flowers are creamy white with silver scales. They have a scent. The fruit are orange-red. They are 2 cm across.

There are 45 Elaeagnus species.

Where it is found

It suits hardiness zones 6-9.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten when fully ripe. The seeds can also be eaten.

Edible parts

Fruit, seeds

How it is grown

It can be grown from seed.

It is fast growing.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

A hybrid between Elaeagnus macrophylla & E. pungens;