Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
oliviforme
ID:
857410

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 , 2: 937 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000856745



Common Names

  • Olive-leaved Satinwood
  • Oliviform Satinwood
  • Oliviform Ceylon Satinwood


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Description

Chrysophyllum oliviforme (also called Olive-shaped Star-apple, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Sapotaceae. It is native to western Africa, from Nigeria to Cameroon, and it grows in tropical rainforests. It is an evergreen tree that grows to a height of 10-20 m, with large, glossy leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum oliviforme is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for its edible fruits.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chrysophyllum oliviforme sub. angustifolium (Lam.) T.D.Penn.
Chrysophyllum oliviforme sub. oliviforme

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysophyllum oliviforme has small, white flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small, black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum oliviforme is a perennial tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum oliviforme

Chrysophyllum oliviforme can be found in tropical Africa.

Chrysophyllum oliviforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum oliviforme?

Chrysophyllum oliviforme

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum oliviforme?

Satinleaf

Where is Chrysophyllum oliviforme native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Chrysophyllum genus

Chrysophyllum contumacense, Chrysophyllum manabiense, Chrysophyllum wilsonii, Chrysophyllum acreanum, Chrysophyllum africanum, Chrysophyllum albidum, Chrysophyllum albipilum, Chrysophyllum amazonicum, Chrysophyllum arenarium, Chrysophyllum argenteum, Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum, Chrysophyllum bicolor, Chrysophyllum bombycinum, Chrysophyllum brenesii, Chrysophyllum cainito, Chrysophyllum colombianum, Chrysophyllum cuneifolium, Chrysophyllum durifructum, Chrysophyllum euryphyllum, Chrysophyllum eximium, Chrysophyllum flexuosum, Chrysophyllum gonocarpum, Chrysophyllum hirsutum, Chrysophyllum imperiale, Chrysophyllum inornatum, Chrysophyllum januariense, Chrysophyllum lanatum, Chrysophyllum lucentifolium, Chrysophyllum manaosense, Chrysophyllum marginatum, Chrysophyllum mexicanum, Chrysophyllum ogowense, Chrysophyllum oliviforme, Chrysophyllum ovale, Chrysophyllum papuanicum, Chrysophyllum paranaense, Chrysophyllum parvulum, Chrysophyllum pauciflorum, Chrysophyllum perpulchrum, Chrysophyllum perrieri, Chrysophyllum pomiferum, Chrysophyllum prieurii, Chrysophyllum reitzianum, Chrysophyllum revolutum, Chrysophyllum roxburghii, Chrysophyllum rufum, Chrysophyllum sanguinolentum, Chrysophyllum scalare, Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum, Chrysophyllum splendens,

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

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