Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
ecuadorensis
ID:
806562

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cornejo & Bonifaz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 58: 79 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805896



Common Names

  • Forestiera ecuadorensis
  • Ecuador Forestiera
  • Ecuador's Forestiera


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Description

Forestiera ecuadorensis (also called Ecuador Olive, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a single, upright stem with a diameter of up to 1.5 inches and is covered with small, yellow-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Forestiera ecuadorensis is an ornamental shrub that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It has a unique appearance with its bright green foliage and small, white flowers. It is also known to be drought-tolerant and can survive in dry climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Forestiera ecuadorensis is a small white flower, its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forestiera ecuadorensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is native to Ecuador and Colombia and is hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Forestiera ecuadorensis

Forestiera ecuadorensis can be found in Ecuador.

Forestiera ecuadorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Forestiera ecuadorensis?

Forestiera ecuadorensis

What is the common name of Forestiera ecuadorensis?

Ecuador olive

What is the natural habitat of Forestiera ecuadorensis?

It is native to Ecuador and Colombia.

Species in the Oleaceae family

Abeliophyllum distichum, Cartrema floridana, Cartrema scortechinii, Cartrema sumatrana, Cartrema americana, Chionanthus greenii, Chionanthus colonchensis, Chionanthus macrothyrsus, Chionanthus acunae, Chionanthus adamsii, Chionanthus albidiflorus, Chionanthus amblirrhinus, Chionanthus avilensis, Chionanthus axillaris, Chionanthus axilliflorus, Chionanthus bakeri, Chionanthus balgooyanus, Chionanthus beccarii, Chionanthus brachystachys, Chionanthus brassii, Chionanthus bumelioides, Chionanthus callophylloides, Chionanthus callophyllus, Chionanthus caudifolius, Chionanthus caymanensis, Chionanthus celebicus, Chionanthus clementis, Chionanthus compactus, Chionanthus cordulatus, Chionanthus coriaceus, Chionanthus crassifolius, Chionanthus crispus, Chionanthus curvicarpus, Chionanthus cuspidatus, Chionanthus decipiens, Chionanthus densiflorus, Chionanthus dictyophyllus, Chionanthus diversifolius, Chionanthus domingensis, Chionanthus dussii, Chionanthus ellipticus, Chionanthus enervis, Chionanthus eriorachis, Chionanthus evenius, Chionanthus ferrugineus, Chionanthus filiformis, Chionanthus fluminensis, Chionanthus gigas, Chionanthus globosus, Chionanthus glomeratus,

References

Xavier Cornejo (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cornejo' in the authors string.
Carmen Bonifaz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonifaz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60442588-2: 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].