Silverthorn from Kyle in South Carolina

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This appears to be a large bush or shrub plant. Its leaves never fall off either.

 

Hi Kyle,

this shrub is Elaeagnus pungens, an evergreen in our area. The common names are Thorny olive, or Silverthorn.  It is not native, but is originally from eastern Asia.

Sincerely,

Steve Hill, Botanist, SCNPS

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