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Russian olive Elaeagnus angustifolia
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Russian olive
Elaeagnus angustifolia
Characteristics
• Silvery grey foliage
• Narrow leaves resemble willow
• Small tree 10-25’
• Scraggly silhouette
• Yellow flowers
• Long lasting, olive like fruit
Ecology
• Invasive
• Exotic
• Provides forage and habitat for birds
• Does well in dry climates
• Often seen in agricultural areas of Eastern Oregon and generally throughout the west