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Elaeagnus

Elaeagnus

9.9
A shrub or small tree with silvery leaves and small edible berries
  • noun
  • /ˌɛleɪˈæɡnəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The Elaeagnus shrub thrives in poor soil.

Examples

  • The Elaeagnus in our garden produces small, fragrant flowers in the spring.

  • Some species of Elaeagnus are cultivated for their edible berries.

  • Elaeagnus is valued for its hardy nature and attractive silvery leaves.

  • I planted an Elaeagnus in my garden.

  • The gardener chose elaeagnus for its silvery leaves and delicious fruits, perfect for his new landscape design.

  • In her backyard, she planted elaeagnus bushes to provide both beauty and food for local birds.

  • The nursery offered several varieties of elaeagnus, all known for their unique foliage and hardiness in various climates.

Synonyms

oleaster
vsElaeagnus
9.9

A shrub with silvery leaves, yellow flowers, and small fruits like olives

is the broader group including shrubs and small trees

Compounds

Elaeagnus angustifolia
  • Specialized
9.9

A small tree that loses its leaves in winter, with narrow silver leaves, small yellow fruits, and sometimes sharp thorns

Elaeagnus commutata
  • Specialized
9.9

A bush with silvery leaves and fruit that grows in North America

Surface Forms

Elaeagnus singular
Elaeagnus plural

Etymology

Elaeagnus comes from the Greek parts elaia 'olive' and agnos 'pure', so it originally meant 'olive-like'. That's why the shrub has silvery leaves and small fruits that look a little like tiny olives.