Status:
valid
Authors:
Rehder
Source:
cmp
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 2: 415 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663933
Common Names
- Elaeagnus stellipila
- Star-Spiked Elaeagnus
- Star-Spiked Silverberry
Description
Elaeagnus stellipila (also called Starleaf Silverberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It has small, silver-green leaves and small, fragrant white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Elaeagnus stellipila is an evergreen shrub that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces fragrant white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Elaeagnus stellipila are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a silvery sheen.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elaeagnus stellipila is a shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but can also be done by seed.
Where to Find Elaeagnus stellipila
Elaeagnus stellipila is native to China and can be found in forests and shrublands. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Elaeagnus stellipila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elaeagnus stellipila?
Elaeagnus stellipila
What is the common name of Elaeagnus stellipila?
Star-Leaf Silverberry
What is the natural habitat of Elaeagnus stellipila?
It is native to East Asia and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.
Species in the Elaeagnus genus
Elaeagnus angustata,
Elaeagnus angustifolia,
Elaeagnus annamensis,
Elaeagnus arakiana,
Elaeagnus argyi,
Elaeagnus bambusetorum,
Elaeagnus bockii,
Elaeagnus bonii,
Elaeagnus calcarea,
Elaeagnus caudata,
Elaeagnus cinnamomifolia,
Elaeagnus commutata,
Elaeagnus conferta,
Elaeagnus courtoisii,
Elaeagnus davidii,
Elaeagnus delavayi,
Elaeagnus difficilis,
Elaeagnus epitricha,
Elaeagnus fasciculata,
Elaeagnus formosana,
Elaeagnus formosensis,
Elaeagnus geniculata,
Elaeagnus glabra,
Elaeagnus gonyanthes,
Elaeagnus griffithii,
Elaeagnus grijsii,
Elaeagnus guizhouensis,
Elaeagnus henryi,
Elaeagnus heterophylla,
Elaeagnus hunanensis,
Elaeagnus indica,
Elaeagnus infundibularis,
Elaeagnus jiangxiensis,
Elaeagnus jingdonensis,
Elaeagnus kanaii,
Elaeagnus lanceolata,
Elaeagnus lanpingensis,
Elaeagnus laosensis,
Elaeagnus latifolia,
Elaeagnus lipoensis,
Elaeagnus liukiuensis,
Elaeagnus liuzhouensis,
Elaeagnus longiloba,
Elaeagnus loureiroi,
Elaeagnus luoxiangensis,
Elaeagnus luxiensis,
Elaeagnus macrantha,
Elaeagnus macrophylla,
Elaeagnus magna,
Elaeagnus maritima,
Species in the Elaeagnaceae family
Elaeagnus angustata,
Elaeagnus angustifolia,
Elaeagnus annamensis,
Elaeagnus arakiana,
Elaeagnus argyi,
Elaeagnus bambusetorum,
Elaeagnus bockii,
Elaeagnus bonii,
Elaeagnus calcarea,
Elaeagnus caudata,
Elaeagnus cinnamomifolia,
Elaeagnus commutata,
Elaeagnus conferta,
Elaeagnus courtoisii,
Elaeagnus davidii,
Elaeagnus delavayi,
Elaeagnus difficilis,
Elaeagnus epitricha,
Elaeagnus fasciculata,
Elaeagnus formosana,
Elaeagnus formosensis,
Elaeagnus geniculata,
Elaeagnus glabra,
Elaeagnus gonyanthes,
Elaeagnus griffithii,
Elaeagnus grijsii,
Elaeagnus guizhouensis,
Elaeagnus henryi,
Elaeagnus heterophylla,
Elaeagnus hunanensis,
Elaeagnus indica,
Elaeagnus infundibularis,
Elaeagnus jiangxiensis,
Elaeagnus jingdonensis,
Elaeagnus kanaii,
Elaeagnus lanceolata,
Elaeagnus lanpingensis,
Elaeagnus laosensis,
Elaeagnus latifolia,
Elaeagnus lipoensis,
Elaeagnus liukiuensis,
Elaeagnus liuzhouensis,
Elaeagnus longiloba,
Elaeagnus loureiroi,
Elaeagnus luoxiangensis,
Elaeagnus luxiensis,
Elaeagnus macrantha,
Elaeagnus macrophylla,
Elaeagnus magna,
Elaeagnus maritima,