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Sea-buckthorn is an important species especially in terms of land reclamation, but it has also an appreciable commercial value. The aim of this review paper was to highlight the multiple uses of this shrub species across world. Data regarding taxonomy, chorology, ecological requirements and biological characteristics were also presented. Special attention has been given to the role of sea-buckthorn in land reclamation. The importance of this species is expected to increase in the future due to its high ecological amplitude and biological characteristics that make it suitable for many types of land, including arid terrains.