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Osmanthus heterophyllus False Holly, Holly Tea Olive, Holly Osmanthus

Edward F. Gilman


Release Date: 8/27/2015

Reviewed At: 4/26/2023

DOI: 10.32473/edis-fp450-1999

Agriculture

Abstract

This document provides a detailed overview of the Osmanthus heterophyllus, commonly known as false holly. It describes the plant’s characteristics, including its height, spread, leaf arrangement, and flowering attributes. The document highlights its uses in landscaping, such as hedges, borders, and buffer strips, and notes its adaptability to various soil types and light conditions. Additionally, it discusses the plant’s drought tolerance, pest resistance, and propagation methods, making it a valuable addition to southern landscapes. Original publication date October 1999. 

About this Publication

This document is FPS450, one of a series of the Environmental Horticulture Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 1999. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.

About the Authors

Edward F. Gilman, professor, Environmental Horticulture Department, UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611.

How to Cite

Gilman, E. (2007). Osmanthus heterophyllus False Holly, Holly Tea Olive, Holly Osmanthus. EDIS, 2007(17). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-fp450-1999

Authors

Edward F. Gilman
Edward F. Gilman

professor emeritus, Department of Environmental Horticulture

Contacts

Keighly Graves
Keighly Graves
staff
University of Florida

horticultural science specialist, Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program

Claire Lewis
Claire Lewis
Specialist
University of Florida

state specialized agent II and director Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program, UF/IFAS Center for Land Use Efficiency

Wendy Wilber
Wendy Wilber
Specialist
University of Florida

state program coordinator and Extension agent IV, UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program

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