Olive

Olive (Olea europaea)

Olive, also known as Indian olive, Wild-olive

The olive tree (Olea europaea) is a significant evergreen species in Mediterranean agriculture, valued for its edible fruits that are extensively used to produce oil. Throughout its long history, the olive tree has come to symbolize several important concepts, most notably peace and glory, often represented by an olive branch.

Key Facts About Olive

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Attributes of Olive

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Plant Height
4 m to 15 m
Spread
8 m
Leaf Color
Green Silver Gray
Flower Size
2 cm to 4 cm
Flower Color
White Yellow

Scientific Classification of Olive

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Mints plantains olives and allies
Family
Olive
Genus
Olea
Species
Olive