🌿 Identification Guide

How to Identify Olacaceae

Q: What are the key characteristics of Olacaceae?

Olacaceae species are classified in the order Santalales, class Magnoliopsida, kingdom Plantae. The family contains 4 accepted species.

4 species · Plantae · Order Santalales

Olacaceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Santalales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 4 accepted species worldwide.

Key Identification Features

Native to tropical regions of Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo, this plant features a straight trunk and can grow up to 10 meters tall.

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Representative Olacaceae Species

Olax stricta R.Br.

Olax stricta is an uncommon Australian Olacaceae shrub that may act as a root pa…

Olax dissitiflora Oliv.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you identify Olacaceae?

Olacaceae plants belong to the Santalales order in the Plantae kingdom. Native to tropical regions of Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo, this plant features a straight trunk and can grow up to 10 meters tall. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.