When I visit with landowners, I have noticed thickets of thorny olive (Elaeagnus pungens) and/or autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata) throughout woodlands, especially in bottom lands. It was introduced from China and Japan in the 1830s and was widely planted for wildlife habitat and ornamental purposes. While animals do like the fruits from these olives, they […]
Invasive Species Spotlight- Autumn Olive and Thorny Olive
February 16, 2026
