Olea schliebenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Knobl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 199 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817108
Common Names
- Olea schliebenii
- Schlieben's Olive
- African Olive
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Olea schliebenii (also called Somali olive, among many other common names) is a species of shrub or small tree in the family Oleaceae. It is native to Somalia. It grows in dry woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Olea schliebenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Olea schliebenii is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Olea schliebenii is an evergreen tree native to Ethiopia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Olea schliebenii
Olea schliebenii is native to Ethiopia and can be found in dry, open areas.
Olea schliebenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Olea schliebenii?
Olea schliebenii
What is the common name of Olea schliebenii?
Schlieben's Olea
What is the natural habitat of Olea schliebenii?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Olea genus
Species in the Oleaceae family
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References
Emil Friedrich Knoblauch (1864-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knobl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:610793-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].