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Autumn Olive

Elaeagnus umbellata

Photo by ForestDragon
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Description:

Large shrub. Trumpet shaped, white flowers. Green, lanceolate leaves with tiny white dotting. Introduced and considered invasive in some areas as it can out compete native plants.

Habitat:

Sunken Meadow State Park. Temperate forest bordering brackish water.

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Elaeagnus umbellata, Autumn Olive (Elaeagnus umbellata)

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