Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
iriomotensis
ID:
818057

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Yamaz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 69: 224 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817391



Common Names

  • Iriomotensis Osmanthus
  • Iriomotensis's Osmanthus
  • Iriomotensis's Osmanthus


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Description

Osmanthus iriomotensis (also called the Iriomote Osmanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical forests of Japan. It has a rounded crown, with glossy, dark green leaves that are lance-shaped. It is found in humid forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Osmanthus iriomotensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. Its flowers are also used to make tea and its wood is used to make furniture and tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Osmanthus iriomotensis are white and fragrant, and the fruits are small, black, and ovoid. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osmanthus iriomotensis is a small evergreen tree native to Japan. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly until the plants are established.

Where to Find Osmanthus iriomotensis

Osmanthus iriomotensis is native to East Asia and can be found in parts of Japan and Taiwan.

Osmanthus iriomotensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osmanthus iriomotensis?

Osmanthus iriomotensis

What is the common name of Osmanthus iriomotensis?

Iriomote Osmanthus

Where is Osmanthus iriomotensis native to?

Japan

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

Takasi Yamazaki (1921-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yamaz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:979270-1: 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].