Olive Tree – Olea europaea

The Olive Tree (Olea europaea) is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region, widely celebrated for its cultural, historical, and economic significance. Known for its silvery-green leaves, gnarled trunk, and resilience, the olive tree can live for hundreds even thousands of years.

It produces small, fragrant white flowers in spring, followed by oval-shaped fruits (olives) that ripen from green to purple or black. These fruits are a vital source of olive oil, a cornerstone of Mediterranean cuisine and one of the world’s healthiest natural oils.

Thriving in warm, sunny climates with well-drained soils, the olive tree symbolizes peace, wisdom, and endurance across civilizations. It is drought-tolerant, hardy, and often planted both for its practical uses and ornamental beauty.

Key Features:

• Evergreen with silvery, leathery leaves
• Produces edible olives and olive oil
• Highly drought- and heat-resistant
• Symbol of peace, longevity, and prosperity

The olive tree is not just a plant it is a living emblem of heritage, sustainability, and nourishment.