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



Propagation Notes:  Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame[78]. It should germinate in late winter or early spring, though it may take 18 months[K]. Stored seed can be very slow to germinate, often taking more than 18 months. A warm stratification for 4 weeks followed by 12 weeks cold stratification can help[98]. (This information on stratification is probably not appropriate to this species since it does not experience much frost in its native habitat[K]). The seed usually (eventually) germinates quite well[78]. Prick out the seedlings into individual pot as soon as they are large enough to handle and plant out when they are at least 15cm tall. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, 7 - 10cm with a heel, July/August in a frame. Cuttings of mature wood of the current year's growth, 10 - 12cm with a heel, October/November in a frame[200]. The cuttings are rather slow and difficult to root, leave them for 12 months[113]. Layering in September/October. Takes 12 months[78].

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