Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delavayi
ID:
817853

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 613 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817187



Common Names

  • Delavayi Osmanthus
  • Delavayi Fragrant Olive
  • Delavayi Sweet Olive


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Description

Osmanthus delavayi (also called Delavay's 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 delavayi is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers. It can also be used for hedging and screening.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Osmanthus delavayi 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 delavayi 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 delavayi

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

Osmanthus delavayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osmanthus delavayi?

Osmanthus delavayi

What type of plant is Osmanthus delavayi?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Osmanthus delavayi grow?

Native to China

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

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:610868-1: 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].