Hippophae salicifolia, the willow-leaved sea buckthorn, is a deciduous shrub native to the Himalayas, known for its silvery foliage and edible orange fruits.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruiting.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; ensure good drainage.
Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperate climates; hardy to cold winters but sensitive to extreme heat.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize lightly in spring; established plants have low nutrient needs.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Hippophae salicifolia regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the top 5-10 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, particularly in potted specimens.
Prune Hippophae salicifolia to maintain shape and remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Heavy pruning can be done in late winter to stimulate vigorous growth. Pinch back young shoots to encourage bushiness.
Remove suckers to control spread.
Propagate Hippophae salicifolia by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining medium. Alternatively, propagate from root cuttings or suckers in late winter.
Seed propagation is possible but may not result in true-to-type plants.
Repot young Hippophae salicifolia plants every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Mature plants in the ground rarely need repotting.
Repotting is best done in early spring before new growth commences.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Willow-Leaved Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae salicifolia)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Elaeagnaceae |
| Genus | Hippophae |
| Species | Hippophae salicifolia |
Similar in genus Hippophae
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