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cherry silverberry
Scientific Name: Elaeagnus multiflora
Family: Elaeagnaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Elaeagnus multiflora: The Cherry Silverberry
Elaeagnus multiflora, commonly known as cherry elaeagnus, cherry silverberry, goumi, gumi, or natsugumi, is a versatile plant with attractive fruit and foliage.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant produces fruit.
Considerations for Children
- This plant produces fruit.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Elaeagnus multiflora
- Common Names: Cherry elaeagnus, Cherry silverberry, Goumi, Gumi, Natsugumi
- Family: Elaeagnaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Synonym: E. longipes
Distribution and Habitat
Elaeagnus multiflora is native to East Asia, specifically:
- China
- Korea
- Japan
It is often found in thickets and thin woods.
Ecological Role
In some regions, such as Kentucky and North Carolina, Elaeagnus multiflora is reported as an invasive species.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is described as a vigorous, hardy, and productive bush.
- It is described as a deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub.
- The fruit is a scarlet, tart, cherry-like drupe, approximately 1 cm (1/2 inch) long and oval or round.
Quirky Facts
- The fruit is high in vitamin C and can be eaten fresh or used to make jelly and pies.
- It can be used for bonsai.
Potential Uses
Extracts from Cherry silverberry (Elaeagnus multiflora) have shown anti-inflammatory effects in studies involving HT-29 colon cancer cells.
Further Information
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