Osmanthus heterophyllus Holly olive (Oleaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Osmanthus heterophyllus
Holly olive
Evergreen shrub
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The Osmanthus heterophyllus plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan, Taiwan. It is a member of the Oleaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Holly olive. Some home gardeners know the variety as O. aquifolium. O. illicifolius. Ilex heterophyllus. Olea illicifolia.

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Latin Name:  Osmanthus heterophyllus
Common Name:  Holly olive
Family:  Oleaceae
Author:  (G.Don.)P.S.Green.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  4   Mature Width:  4

Habitat:  Not known

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a good loamy soil[1], but succeeds in any soil, including chalk, in sun or part shade[11, 184]. Dislikes unduly exposed conditions but succeeds in windier conditions than most other members of this genus[200]. Hardy to about -15°c[184], but plants are sometimes affected by severe prolonged frosts[1]. The form 'Purpureus' is said to be the hardiest variety[184]. Plants are very tolerant of being transplanted, moving well even when quite large[182]. The flowers are deliciously scented but plants only occasionally fruit in Britain[182]. If plants are clipped after flowering they will flower more freely each year[200]. A number of named forms have been developed for their ornamental value[182].

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