elaeagnus

/ɛliˈæɡnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of shrubs or small trees, especially the silverberry (Elaeagnus argentea) or the sea buckthorn (Elaeagnus umbellata) in the family Elaeagnaceae.

“The coastal vegetation included a variety of plants, including the Elaeagnus, which provided shelter for the local wildlife.”

Synonyms

  • sea buckthorn
  • silverberry