Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
eggersiana
ID:
832792

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krug

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 15: 339 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832127



Common Names

  • Forestiera eggersiana
  • Eggers Forestiera
  • Eggers Privet


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Description

Forestiera eggersiana (also called Eggers' Forestiera, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Oleaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded habit, and it is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky, dry areas and in scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Forestiera eggersiana is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used to make furniture and paper products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Forestiera eggersiana has small, greenish-yellow flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are usually arranged in an opposite pattern.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forestiera eggersiana is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Forestiera eggersiana

Forestiera eggersiana is native to the Hawaiian Islands and can be found in dry forests and shrublands.

Forestiera eggersiana FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Forestiera eggersiana?

Forestiera eggersiana requires well-drained soil, full sun, and moderate water.

What is the typical size of Forestiera eggersiana?

Forestiera eggersiana typically grows to a height of 6-8 feet and a width of 3-5 feet.

What is the hardiness zone of Forestiera eggersiana?

Forestiera eggersiana is hardy in USDA zones 6-10.

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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Karl Wilhelm Leopold Krug (1833-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krug' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:105294-2: 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].