Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
oliveri
ID:
709500

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Verdc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 9: 92 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708833



Common Names

  • Greenwayodendron oliveri
  • Oliver's Greenwayodendron
  • Greenwayodendron


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Description

Greenwayodendron oliveri (also called Oliver's Greenwayodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It has small, white flowers and leathery leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Greenwayodendron oliveri is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It is also used as an astringent and antiseptic. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Greenwayodendron oliveri has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Greenwayodendron oliveri can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Greenwayodendron oliveri

Greenwayodendron oliveri is native to tropical regions of Africa and can be found in dry, open areas.

Greenwayodendron oliveri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Greenwayodendron oliveri?

Greenwayodendron oliveri

What type of plant is Greenwayodendron oliveri?

Greenwayodendron oliveri is a tree

What is the common name of Greenwayodendron oliveri?

Greenwayodendron oliveri is also known as Oliver's Greenwayodendron

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73281-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.