Status:
valid
Authors:
P.S.Green
Source:
wcs
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 22: 504 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817185
Common Names
- Hainanensis Osmanthus
- Hainanensis Fragrant Olive
- Hainanensis Sweet Olive
Description
Osmanthus hainanensis (also called Hainan 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 hainanensis 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 hainanensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Osmanthus hainanensis 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 hainanensis
Osmanthus hainanensis can be found in China and Taiwan.
Osmanthus hainanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osmanthus hainanensis?
Osmanthus hainanensis
What type of plant is Osmanthus hainanensis?
Evergreen shrub
Where does Osmanthus hainanensis grow?
Native to China
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
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:610882-1: 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].