Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ornus
ID:
833377

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1057 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832712



Common Names

  • Fraxinus ornus
  • Flowering Ash
  • Manna Ash


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Description

Fraxinus ornus (also called Manna Ash, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 25 meters tall. It is native to Europe and western Asia, and is found in moist, open habitats such as woodlands and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Fraxinus ornus is a medium-sized deciduous tree that is often used as a shade tree or street tree. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. Its wood is also used for furniture and other woodworking projects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Fraxinus ornus sub. cilicica (Lingelsh.) Yalt.
Fraxinus ornus sub. ornus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fraxinus ornus has small yellow-green flowers that appear in clusters in the spring. The seeds are small, winged samaras that are dispersed by the wind. The seedlings are small and slender with long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fraxinus ornus is a deciduous tree that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed in the fall or spring. Cuttings can also be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Fraxinus ornus

Fraxinus ornus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Fraxinus ornus FAQ

What is the common name of Fraxinus ornus?

Flowering Ash

What is the natural habitat of Fraxinus ornus?

Woodlands, along streams, and in moist areas

What is the scientific name of Fraxinus ornus?

Fraxinus ornus

Species in the Fraxinus genus

Fraxinus albicans, Fraxinus americana, Fraxinus angustifolia, Fraxinus anomala, Fraxinus apertisquamifera, Fraxinus baroniana, Fraxinus berlandieriana, Fraxinus bornmuelleri, Fraxinus borzae, Fraxinus bungeana, Fraxinus caroliniana, Fraxinus cataubiensis, Fraxinus chiisanensis, Fraxinus chinensis, Fraxinus cuspidata, Fraxinus depauperata, Fraxinus dimorpha, Fraxinus dipetala, Fraxinus excelsior, Fraxinus ferruginea, Fraxinus floribunda, Fraxinus gooddingii, Fraxinus greggii, Fraxinus griffithii, Fraxinus hookeri, Fraxinus hubeiensis, Fraxinus hybrida, Fraxinus insularis, Fraxinus lanuginosa, Fraxinus latifolia, Fraxinus longicuspis, Fraxinus malacophylla, Fraxinus mandshurica, Fraxinus micrantha, Fraxinus nigra, Fraxinus odontocalyx, Fraxinus ornus, Fraxinus pallisiae, Fraxinus papillosa, Fraxinus paxiana, Fraxinus pennsylvanica, Fraxinus platypoda, Fraxinus potosina, Fraxinus pringlei, Fraxinus profunda, Fraxinus punctata, Fraxinus purpusii, Fraxinus quadrangulata, Fraxinus raibocarpa, Fraxinus reflexiflora,

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:609128-1: 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].