Olive Russian

Russian Olive / Elaeagnus angustifolia

Russian olives trees produce an edible, both raw and cooked berry, offering a sweet, mealy, and slightly astringent taste when fully ripe, often described as having a date-like texture. The small, silvery-orange, or reddish drupes are high in nutrients—reportedly containing high levels of lycopene—but should be eaten in moderation.

• Taste/Texture: The fruit is very dry and mealy, with a single large seed that should be avoided as it is quite…