Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zeylanica
ID:
390181

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 34 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389513



Common Names

  • Ceylon Olax
  • Ceylon Olive
  • Ceylon Oleander


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Description

Olax zeylanica (also called Ceylon Olax, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It typically grows to a height of 3–7 m (10–23 ft) and has a dense, upright growth habit. Its leaves are thin and leathery, and its flowers are small and white. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Olax zeylanica is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olax zeylanica is white in color and has four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olax zeylanica is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. It should be grown in the ground.

Where to Find Olax zeylanica

Olax zeylanica is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the tropical forests of Thailand.

Olax zeylanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olax zeylanica?

Olax zeylanica

What are the common names of Olax zeylanica?

None

What is the range of Olax zeylanica?

Sri Lanka

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,