Elaeagnus conferta var. conferta
Elaeagnus conferta var. conferta, commonly known as the silverberry, is a versatile evergreen shrub valued for its resilience and ornamental appeal. Beyond its decorative silver-toned foliage, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical importance, historically utilized in various traditional medicinal practices for its unique bioactive properties and nutritional potential.
- Scientific name: Elaeagnus conferta var. conferta
- Family: Elaeagnaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under the Rosales and belongs to the family Elaeagnaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Elaeagnuus, specifically as the variety conferta.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Elaeagnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Elaeagnus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions. In the Western Indian Ocean, it can be found specifically in Mauritius. Its range extends into China, where it is located in both the South-Central and Southeast territories. Furthermore, the species is prevalent within the Indian Subcontinent, inhabiting the state of Assam. Finally, its presence is also documented within the borders of Bangladesh.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |