Shepherdia argentea (Silver Buffaloberry)

Shepherdia argentea is commonly called silver buffaloberry. It is a drought-tolerant North American shrub recognized by its silvery foliage and red berries.

The leaves are covered with fine hairs or scales that give them a gray-silver appearance. This surface can help the plant cope with bright light and dry conditions.

The tart red berries have been used regionally in jams and preserves. They are not the same fruit as a common blueberry, and preparation should follow a reliable regional source.

It is suited to dry plains, open woodland, river edges, and other exposed North American habitats. Its drought tolerance makes it useful for hardy landscape plantings where many shrubs struggle.