Olax hypoleuca - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 8: 345 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390259
Common Names
- Olax hypoleuca
- White Olax
- Hypoleuca Olax
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Olax hypoleuca (also called Olax, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, glossy leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas with sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Olax hypoleuca is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Olax hypoleuca var. microphylla VilliersFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Olax hypoleuca has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Olax hypoleuca is a shrub native to South and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few months to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Olax hypoleuca
Olax hypoleuca can be found in tropical Africa and India.
Olax hypoleuca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Olax hypoleuca?
Olax hypoleuca
What is the common name of Olax hypoleuca?
White-stemmed Olax
What is the natural habitat of Olax hypoleuca?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of Africa, Asia, and Australia
Species in the Olax genus
Olax zeylanica, Olax wildemanii, Olax pendula, Olax obtusifolia, Olax obcordata, Olax mannii, Olax macrophylla, Olax laxiflora, Olax latifolia, Olax triplinervia, Olax subscorpioidea, Olax stricta, Olax spartea, Olax phyllanthi, Olax retusa, Olax scalariformis, Olax scandens, Olax angulata, Olax lanceolata, Olax aphylla, Olax hypoleuca, Olax gossweileri, Olax gambecola, Olax angustifolia, Olax benthamiana, Olax aschersoniana, Olax aurantia, Olax dissitiflora, Olax capuronii, Olax antsiranensis, Olax mayottensis, Olax emirnensis, Olax psittacorum, Olax thouarsii, Olax staudtii, Olax pentandra, Olax austro-sinensis, Olax acuminata, Olax gardneriana, Olax pauciflora, Olax imbricata, Olax madagascariensis, Olax nana, Olax redmondii, Olax inopiflora, Olax singularis, Olax candida, Olax cyanocarpa, Olax egleri, Olax guianensis,
Species in the Olacaceae family
Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,
References
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:608103-1: Based on the initial data import