Osmanthus lanceolatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hayata
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 30(1): 192 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817111
Common Names
- Osmanthus lanceolatus
- Lance-leaved Osmanthus
- Fragrant Tea Olive
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Osmanthus lanceolatus (also called Lance-leaved olive, among many other common names) is a species of shrub or small tree in the family Oleaceae. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in dry woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Osmanthus lanceolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Osmanthus lanceolatus is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Osmanthus lanceolatus is an evergreen shrub native to China. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Osmanthus lanceolatus
Osmanthus lanceolatus is native to China and can be found in moist, shady forests.
Osmanthus lanceolatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osmanthus lanceolatus?
Osmanthus lanceolatus
What is the common name of Osmanthus lanceolatus?
Lanceolate Osmanthus
What is the natural habitat of Osmanthus lanceolatus?
Tropical and subtropical 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
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
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:610892-1: 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].