Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cymosus
ID:
817857

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guillaumin) P.S.Green

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 44: 282 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817191



Common Names

  • Cymosus Osmanthus
  • Cymosus Fragrant Olive
  • Cymosus Sweet Olive


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Description

Osmanthus cymosus (also called Cymose Sweet Olive, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Oleaceae. It is native to China and Vietnam. It is found in moist woodlands, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Osmanthus cymosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its showy flowers are often used as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Osmanthus cymosus are white and fragrant, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osmanthus cymosus is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation can be done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Osmanthus cymosus

Osmanthus cymosus can be found in China, Taiwan, and Japan.

Osmanthus cymosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osmanthus cymosus?

Osmanthus cymosus

What is the family of Osmanthus cymosus?

Oleaceae

What is the common name of Osmanthus cymosus?

Cymose Fragrant Olive

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

André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Peter Shaw Green (1920-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Green' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:610865-1: 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].