Soh Sang (Cuting Grown)

Elaeagnus latifolia (Bastard Oleaster, Soh Shang)

Elaeagnus latifolia is a resilient, nitrogen-fixing shrub or small tree producing oval, red fruits with a tart-sweet flavour. The fruit is commonly eaten fresh, made into jams, or used in juices and chutneys. As a nitrogen fixer, it improves soil health, making it a valuable addition to food forests and agroforestry systems. This drought-hardy and adaptable plant thrives in humid subtropical to tropical climates and can tolerate poor soils. Originally from Southeast Asia, it is a productive, low-maintenance fruiting plant that supports biodiversity.

Features:

• Ideal Prune Height: 3–5m
• pH Growing Conditions: 5.5–7.0
• Shade or Full Sun: Partial shade
• Minimum Pot Year 5: 50L
• Time to Fruit Age: 2–6 years from cutting
• Interesting Notes: Fixes nitrogen, enhancing soil fertility, making it ideal for permaculture and regenerative farming systems.

Limited stock available! Pickup in Parkwood (near Riverton) by appointment.

Keywords: Elaeagnus latifolia, Soh Shang, Bastard Oleaster, nitrogen-fixing plants, rare fruit trees, food forest plants, drought-hardy fruit, edible shrubs, agroforestry, permaculture gardening.