Olinia rochetiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rochetiana
ID:
389899
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Juss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Hebd. Séances Acad. Sci. 22: 812 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389231
Common Names
- Olinia rochetiana
- Rochet's Olinia
- Rochet's Tree Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Polysphaeria ligustriflora Vatke [valid]
- Olinia aequipetala (Delile) Cufod. [unknown]
- Olinia abyssinica Engl. [unknown]
- Tephea aequipetala Delile [unknown]
Description
Olinia rochetiana (also called Rochet's olinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the highlands of Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where it is found in montane forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Olinia rochetiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Olinia rochetiana has small, white, star-shaped flowers. Seeds: The seeds of Olinia rochetiana are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Olinia rochetiana seedlings have thin, green leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Olinia rochetiana is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of poor soils. It is best grown in a sunny location with good air circulation. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed. The seed should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart.
Where to Find Olinia rochetiana
Olinia rochetiana is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry savannas and grasslands.
Olinia rochetiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Olinia rochetiana?
Olinia rochetiana
What is the common name of Olinia rochetiana?
Rochet's Olinia
What are the uses of Olinia rochetiana?
Olinia rochetiana is used as a medicinal plant and as a source of timber.
Species in the Olinia genus
Species in the Penaeaceae family
Olinia vanguerioides, Olinia usambarensis, Olinia ruandensis, Olinia rochetiana, Olinia micrantha, Olinia huillensis, Olinia capensis, Olinia emarginata, Olinia radiata, Olinia ventosa, Penaea ericifolia, Penaea fucata, Penaea dubia, Penaea acuta, Penaea lateriflora, Penaea formosa, Penaea acutifolia, Penaea cneorum, Penaea mucronata, Penaea candolleana, Penaea ericoides, Penaea fruticulosa, Penaea sarcocolla, Penaea dahlgrenii, Penaea petraea, Penaea rupestris, Penaea micrantha, Penaea ruscifolia, Penaea geneiophora, Penaea speciosa, Penaea gigantea, Penaea retzioides, Penaea microphylla, Penaea mundii, Penaea lanceolata, Penaea sulcata, Rhynchocalyx lawsonioides, Stylapterus ericoides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2398322: Based on the initial data import
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.