About

Oleaster

Elaeagnus angustifolia, also known as Russian olive or oleaster, is a hardy deciduous shrub or small tree found in Europe and Asia. This plant is drought-tolerant and adaptable to different soils, making it useful for erosion control and windbreaks, especially in arid regions.
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The Appearance

A medium-sized deciduous or evergreen shrub with silvery leaves and small, fragrant flowers. It produces small, olive-like fruits.


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The Produce

The fruit, commonly referred to as oleaster berries or silverberries, starts as small, silvery scales that gradually transform into juicy, red or orange berries upon ripening.


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The Flowers

Produces small, fragrant, white to yellow flowers in spring and summer.


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The Leaves

They exhibit a silvery-grey to silvery-green hue, imparting a shimmering effect in sunlight due to tiny scales that cover the leaf surface.


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The Bark

The bark is smooth and gray when young, becoming more fissured with age.


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The Habitat

Prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Commonly found in gardens and parks.


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The Ecology

Provides habitat and food for various wildlife, including birds and insects. The fruits are eaten by birds.


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The Culture

Valued for its ornamental appeal and fragrant flowers. Often planted in gardens and hedges.


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Fun Facts

The Oleaster is also known as the Russian Olive and is admired for its silvery foliage.

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