Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
oleifolius
ID:
526151

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) S.T.Reynolds

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 2: 335 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525483

Common Names

  • Oleifolius
  • Olive-leaved Mahoe
  • Olive-leaved Oak

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Synonyms

  • Nephelium oleifolium F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Heterodendrum oleifolium Desf. [unknown]
  • Heterodendrum oleifolium europhyllum Domin [unknown]
  • Heterodendrum oleifolium macrocalyx (Radlk.) Domin [unknown]
  • Heterodendrum oleifolium microcalyx (Radlk.) Domin [unknown]

Description

Alectryon oleifolius (also called Oleiferous Alectryon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It is usually found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Alectryon oleifolius is used as a source of firewood and timber, and its leaves and flowers are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Alectryon oleifolius are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alectryon oleifolius is a shrub or small tree that can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in well-drained, slightly acidic soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings may also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Where to Find Alectryon oleifolius

Alectryon oleifolius is found in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, and Zimbabwe.

Alectryon oleifolius FAQ

What is the common name of Alectryon oleifolius?

Olive-leaved Titoki

What is the scientific name of Olive-leaved Titoki?

Alectryon oleifolius

What is the native habitat of Alectryon oleifolius?

Native to New Zealand

Species in the Alectryon genus

Alectryon affinis, Alectryon bleeseri, Alectryon cardiocarpus, Alectryon carinatus, Alectryon celebicus, Alectryon connatum, Alectryon coriaceus, Alectryon diversifolius, Alectryon excelsus, Alectryon excisus, Alectryon ferrugineum, Alectryon forsythii, Alectryon fuscus, Alectryon glaber, Alectryon grandifolius, Alectryon inaequilaterus, Alectryon kangeanensis, Alectryon kimberleyanus, Alectryon laevis, Alectryon macrococcum, Alectryon macrophyllus, Alectryon mahoe, Alectryon mollis, Alectryon myrmecophilus, Alectryon ochraceus, Alectryon oleifolius, Alectryon pubescens, Alectryon ramiflorus, Alectryon repandodentatus, Alectryon reticulatus, Alectryon samoensis, Alectryon semicinereum, Alectryon serratus, Alectryon sphaerococcum, Alectryon strigosus, Alectryon subcinereum, Alectryon subdentatum, Alectryon tomentosum, Alectryon tropicus, Alectryon unilobatus,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2628022: Based on the initial data import
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Sally T. Reynolds (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Reynolds' in the authors string.