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Russian olive Elaeagnus angustifolia

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Russian olive

Elaeagnus angustifolia

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Characteristics

• Silvery grey foliage

• Narrow leaves resemble willow

• Small tree 10-25’

• Scraggly silhouette

• Yellow flowers

• Long lasting, olive like fruit

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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

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