How to Identify Elaeagnaceae
Elaeagnaceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Rosales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 16 accepted species worldwide. Some species in this family are toxic — exercise caution when handling unknown specimens.
Representative Elaeagnaceae Species
Hippophae rhamnoides L.
Hippophae rhamnoides L.
Hippophae rhamnoides (sea-buckthorn) is a hardy dioecious shrub native to Eurasi…
Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.
Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.
Shepherdia canadensis is a dioecious nitrogen-fixing deciduous shrub known as so…
⚠️ Poisonous
Elaeagnus commutata Bernh. ex Rydb.
Elaeagnus commutata Bernh. ex Rydb.
Elaeagnus commutata, or silverberry, is a nitrogen-fixing shrub used ornamentall…
Shepherdia argentea (Pursh) Nutt.
Shepherdia argentea (Pursh) Nutt.
Shepherdia argentea (silver buffaloberry) is a North American deciduous shrub wi…
Elaeagnus angustifolia L.
Elaeagnus angustifolia L.
Elaeagnus angustifolia (Russian olive) is a thorny tree native to Asia, grown or…
Shepherdia rotundifolia Parry
Shepherdia rotundifolia Parry
Shepherdia rotundifolia, roundleaf buffaloberry, is an endemic evergreen shrub o…
Elaeagnus triflora Roxb.
Elaeagnus triflora Roxb.
Elaeagnus triflora is a climbing shrub or vine with scaly undersides on leaves, …
Elaeagnus pungens Thunb.
Elaeagnus pungens Thunb.
Elaeagnus pungens is an aggressive evergreen shrub from Asia, widely cultivated …
Elaeagnus multiflora Thunb.
Elaeagnus multiflora Thunb.
Elaeagnus multiflora Thunb. is an actinorhizal shrub or small tree grown ornamen…
Elaeagnus umbellata Thunb.
Elaeagnus umbellata Thunb.
Elaeagnus umbellata Thunb. is a deciduous shrub or small tree identified by its …
Elaeagnus macrophylla Thunb.
Elaeagnus macrophylla Thunb.
Elaeagnus macrophylla, broad-leaved oleaster, is a large evergreen flowering shr…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Elaeagnaceae?
Elaeagnaceae plants belong to the Rosales order in the Plantae kingdom. Browse the 16 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Elaeagnaceae?
Elaeagnaceae is classified in the order Rosales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. The family contains 16 accepted species worldwide.
⚠️ Are any Elaeagnaceae species poisonous?
Yes, some Elaeagnaceae species are toxic or poisonous. Always exercise caution with unknown specimens. View poisonous Elaeagnaceae species or browse the full poisonous species guide.
Sources: GBIF, iNaturalist, Wikipedia · Disclaimer
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