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Olea europaea ssp. cuspidata
Also Known As
- Olea europaea ssp. africana
- African Olive
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 25'
- W: 15'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Olea europaea ssp. cuspidata plant details
Olea europaea ssp. cuspidata is a broadleaf evergreen tree with chocolate and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Olea europaea ssp. cuspidata
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: oleaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chocolate and green
- Mature size: 0 - 15 FT - wide, 0 - 25 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Olea europaea ssp. cuspidata
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Pea-sized black fruit. Picturesque shade tree with glossy dark green leaves, brown on the undersides.
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Olea europaea ssp. cuspidata
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- chocolate
Flower Color
- white
Fruit
- black
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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