Olea europaea subsp. africana
Olea europaea subsp. africana (Wild olive)
is a tall wide frost hardy perennial evergreen tree with white and green flowers in late Spring and mid Spring. It grows well in semi-shade and direct sun, and prefers low levels of water. It has high drought tolerance. It looks best in Autumn, Spring and Summer.Soil
Olea europaea subsp. africana grows in soils ranging from a pH of 5 (extremely acidic ranges from 0 to 5.1) to 8.5 (alkaline ranges from 8.1 to 8.5). It is adapted to chalk, clay, clay loam, loam, loamy sand, peat, sandy clay, sandy clay loam and sandy loam soils.
Growth
This is a rounded tree has a slow rate of growth has an ultimate height of 9m / 29.5ft and spread of 12m / 39.4ft. It can take 16-20 years to reach its ultimate height.
Leaves
It has green leaves. They are llanceolate in shape.
Scent
A strong pleasant scent is emitted from the flower.
Uses
Drought resistant, foodstuff, forestry/timber, screen, wind break, low maintenance, mediterranean, rocky terrain, specimen/accent plant and waterside.
Tolerances
Wind (high).
Bark
Olea europaea subsp. africana has brown bark with a flaky texture.
Fruit and seed
The fruit is green and purple. There is a high fruit/seed abundance beginning in Autumn and ending in Autumn.
Progagation
Propagation techniques include cuttings and seed.
Origin
China. India. South Africa.
-5°C / 23F 5 to 8.5 16-20 years 9m / 29.5ft 12m / 39.4ft
| Scientific classifications [Edit] | |
|---|---|
| Genus ? | Olea |
| Specific epithet ? | europaea |
| Subspecies ? | africana |
| Common names |
|---|
| Wild olive (Ireland) |
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