Elaeagnus x reflexa

Family: Elaeagnaceae

What it is like

A scrambling evergreen shrub. It is almost without thorns. The branches are long and reddish-brown. The leaves are glossy and dark green. Underneath they are covered with brown scales. The flowers are silvery.

There are 45 Elaeagnus species.

Where it is found

It suits hardiness zones 7-9.

Countries/locations it is found in

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit, seeds

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Elaeagnus glabra x E. pungens;