Oliniaceae
Oliniaceae is a small family of flowering plants in the order Myrtales. It consists of a single genus, Olinia, which contains approximately five to eight species. These species are native to tropical and southern Africa. The plants are typically shrubs or small trees, often found in moist, shaded habitats such as forests and riverbanks.
The leaves of Olinia species are opposite, simple, and leathery, often with a glossy surface. They have
The family Oliniaceae is recognized by its unique floral structure and leaf arrangement. While taxonomically distinct,