Elaeagnus caudata Schltdl.

A large woody shrub. It keeps it leaves throughout the year and it has spines. The leaves are alternate and vary in shape. They are oval and smooth. There are silvery or rusty scales underneath. The flowers have a scent and also have scales. The fruit is about 2-3 cm long and has ribs. The fruit are red or yellow when ripe.

It is a subtropical plant. It grows in evergreen forest.

The ripe fruit are eaten. They are also used for pickles.