Elaeagnus multiflora (Goumi)

Elaeagnus multiflora (Goumi) red fruit close up hanging from thin woody stems on branch
Elaeagnus multiflora (Goumi) red fruit hanging from thin stems amidst deep green foliage leaves.

Botanical name: Elaeagnus multiflora

Common names: Goumi, Gumi, Natsugumi, Cherry Silverberry, Cherry Elaeagnus

Family: Elaeagnaceae

Origin: South East Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Large bush; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

Gumi is a rounded deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub that grows to 8 ft (2.4 m) in height. It is occasionally grown in Europe and North America as an ornamental plant and for its fruit.

Similar plants: Elaeagnus multiflora (Goumi)


Elaeagnus multiflora (Goumi) with numerous red fruit hanging from thin stems on the plant.
Elaeagnus multiflora (Goumi) clusters of oval red fruit ripening among green leaves on the branch.


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