species 10,112 observations
Silverberry
Elaeagnus commutata
Field notes
Supports All
29
native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
Ceanothus Silk Moth, Scallop Shell Moth, Otter Spiramater Moth, Columbia Silk Moth
5
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
Cedar Waxwing, North American Porcupine
2
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Painted Lady, Silvery Blue, Silver-spotted Skipper, Tricolored Bumble Bee
22
Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Shrubs
- Light
- Full sun Part shade Full shade
- Moisture
- Dry
- Water use
- Low
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Drought tolerant
- Yes
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.