Species:
austrozhejiangensis
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.H.Chen, W.Y.Xie & Xi Liu
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 41: 11 (2021)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028251
Description
Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis (also called Austro-Zhejiang Osmanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Zhejiang province in China. It is found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis has small white flowers with a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sunny spot in the garden. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis
Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis can be found in the tropical forests of China.
Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis?
Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis
What is the common name of Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis?
Austrozhejiangensis
What is the natural habitat of Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis?
Tropical moist forests
Species in the Osmanthus genus
Osmanthus gracilinervis,
Osmanthus kaoi,
Osmanthus pubipedicellatus,
Osmanthus yunnanensis,
Osmanthus venosus,
Osmanthus urceolatus,
Osmanthus suavis,
Osmanthus serrulatus,
Osmanthus rigidus,
Osmanthus reticulatus,
Osmanthus lanceolatus,
Osmanthus henryi,
Osmanthus enervius,
Osmanthus fordii,
Osmanthus heterophyllus,
Osmanthus fragrans,
Osmanthus insularis,
Osmanthus austrocaledonicus,
Osmanthus attenuatus,
Osmanthus armatus,
Osmanthus hainanensis,
Osmanthus didymopetalus,
Osmanthus delavayi,
Osmanthus decorus,
Osmanthus cymosus,
Osmanthus monticola,
Osmanthus cooperi,
Osmanthus iriomotensis,
Osmanthus sandwicensis,
Osmanthus austrozhejiangensis,
Species in the Oleaceae family
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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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77220734-1: 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].