Elaeagnus latifolia Bastard oleaster (Elaeagnaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Elaeagnus latifolia
Bastard oleaster
Deciduous shrub
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The Elaeagnus latifolia plant species is found in E. Asia - India. It is a member of the Elaeagnaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bastard oleaster.

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Latin Name:  Elaeagnus latifolia
Common Name:  Bastard oleaster
Family:  Elaeagnaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:     Mature Width:

Habitat:  Swamps, to elevations of 1500 metres in the Himalayas[146, 158].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils that are well-drained[200]. Prefers a soil that is only moderately fertile, succeeding in poor soils and in dry soils[11, 200]. Requires a sunny position[11, 200]. This species is not very hardy in Britain and is unlikely to succeed outdoors even in the milder areas of the country[200]. This species is notably resistant to honey fungus[88, 200]. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby[200]. An excellent companion plant, when grown in orchards it can increase yields from the fruit trees by up to 10%.

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