Elaeagnus macrophylla
Broad Leaf Oleaster, Broad Leaved Elaeagnus
Other regional names: Broad Leaved Oleaster +1 more
- Broad Leaved Oleaster
- Broadleaf Oleaster
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Elaeagnaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a scrambling shrub.
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Found natively in Temperate Asia, Elaeagnus macrophylla (commonly known as Broad-leaf oleaster or Broad-leaved Elaeagnus) is a scrambling shrub belonging to the Elaeagnaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
China, Eastern Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
China North-Central, China Southeast, Japan, Korea, Nansei-shoto, Taiwan
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
France, Great Britain, Tadzhikistan