Autumn Olive Elaeagnus umbellata

Other common names: Russian Olive Family: Oleaster Family (Elaeagnaceae) Distinctive features: Shrub Flowers: Summer;  White, tubular, 4 petals. Leaves: Alternate, Simple;  Alternate. Habitat: Fields and Open Areas;  Open areas, forest edges. Native/Non-native: Non-native Status: Common. Notes: Very invasive shrub/tree. Origin and Meaning of Names:  Scientific Name: umbellata: bearing umbels For more information visit: Ontario Trees and Shrubs Photographs: 45 photographs available, of which 1 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.