Indian olive
Olea cuspidata, or Indian Olive, is a hardy tree growing 10-15m, prefers sandy, well-drained soil, full sun, and has edible fruits with medicinal properties.
Habit
Tree
Height
3 to 6 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained, sandy soil
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India, Mediterranean
Climatic Condition
Subtropical, Arid
Temperature (°)
20 to 30
Humidity (%)
50 to 70
Potting media
Coir-sand mix
Fertilizers
Organic compost, NPK 3:1:2
Watering
Low
Plant Weight
500-800 g
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Soil EC
0.4 to 0.9
Yield Per Plant
20-50 kg/tree
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Rich in healthy fats, supports heart health.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
60% sand, 25% loam, 15% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3 months with organic compost.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Olive Knot, Olive Fly, Leaf Spot, Scale Insects ,Verticillium Wilt
Tumor-like galls on stems, Holes in fruits, premature fruit drop, Brown/black spots on leaves, Waxy bumps on leaves and stems, Wilting, yellowing, leaf drop
Prune affected areas, disinfect tools, Sticky traps, introduce parasitic wasps, Prune affected leaves, neem oil, crop rotation
Copper-based bactericides, Organophosphates, pyrethroids, Copper-based fungicides, Insecticides like acephate, Soil fumigants