Shepherdia sp.
Family: Elaeagnaceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Shepherdia sp. is a native California shrub in the Elaeagnaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Prunus: Shepherdia has silvery-scaly foliage; Prunus has smooth green leaves.; vs Elaeagnus: Shepherdia leaves are opposite; Elaeagnus leaves are alternate.; vs Acer: Shepherdia has simple leaves with silvery scales; Acer has palmately lobed leaves.; vs Fraxinus: Shepherdia has simple opposite leaves; Fraxinus has pinnately compound leaves.; vs Empetrum: Shepherdia has silvery-scaly leaves; Empetrum has needle-like evergreen leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Shepherdia sp. native to California?
Yes. Shepherdia sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Shepherdia sp. belong to?
Shepherdia sp. is in the Elaeagnaceae family, genus Shepherdia.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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