family elaeagnaceae (Meaning)

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family elaeagnaceae (n)

shrubs or small trees often armed

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

**Elaeagnaceae** is a family of shrubs and trees native to temperate and subtropical regions worldwide.
The Elaeagnaceae family comprises approximately 40 species distributed across three genera: **Elaeagnus**, **Hippophae**, and **Shepherdia**.
Many species of **Elaeagnaceae** produce edible fruits, such as sea buckthorn berries and silverberries.
**Elaeagnus angustifolia**, also known as Russian olive, is a popular ornamental tree prized for its silvery foliage.
**Hippophae rhamnoides**, commonly called sea buckthorn, is a coastal shrub with tart, vitamin-rich berries used in juices and supplements.
**Shepherdia argentea**, known as silver buffaloberry, is a native North American shrub with silvery leaves and edible berries.
The Elaeagnaceae family is known for its **Elaeagnus**, which have nitrogen-fixing root nodules that enhance soil fertility.
**Hippophae tibetana**, a species from the Tibetan Plateau, has berries high in antioxidant compounds.
**Shepherdia canadensis**, the Canadian buffaloberry, produces sweet and juicy berries used in jams and preserves.
The genetic diversity within the Elaeagnaceae family makes it a valuable resource for breeding and conservation efforts.

shrubs or small trees often armed

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

**Elaeagnaceae** is a family of shrubs and trees native to temperate and subtropical regions worldwide.

The Elaeagnaceae family comprises approximately 40 species distributed across three genera: **Elaeagnus**, **Hippophae**, and **Shepherdia**.

Many species of **Elaeagnaceae** produce edible fruits, such as sea buckthorn berries and silverberries.

**Elaeagnus angustifolia**, also known as Russian olive, is a popular ornamental tree prized for its silvery foliage.