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Olea lancea (Olea lancea)

Olea lancea, a species in the olive family Oleaceae, is native to the Canary Islands and is a flowering plant.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range is 15-25 °C; can tolerate brief cooler periods.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from spring to summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-6 m

Spread

2-4 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Steganthus lanceus (Lam.) Knobl.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyOleaceae
  • genusOlea
  • speciesOlea lancea
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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