Olive Trees

I have seen olive trees in Spain when I was holidaying there. I didn't expect to see olive trees in Singapore because I didn't think the climate here is conducive to their growth. Imagine my surprise on seeing that there is an olive grove here in Singapore, in the Flower dome.

Olea europaea or commonly known as the olive tree is native is an evergreen tree famous for producing edible olives and olive oil. It is possible to grow olive trees in Singapore, but it will not grow fruits due to Singapore's hot and humid tropical climate, and the lack of a distinct cool season. However, it is possible to keep a small olive tree in a pot as an ornamental plant.

The European olive tree (Olea europaea) is special because of its extreme longevity, enduring resilience in poor soils, and deep historical role as a global symbol of peace, wisdom, and healing across many ancient cultures and major religions.

Olive trees can live for hundreds, and sometimes thousands of years, continuing to bear fruit over generations. They thrive in dry, rocky Mediterranean climates and tolerate poor soil and minimal water. Even if the main trunk burns or is cut down, new shoots often rise from the deep root system.

It is said that olives help the heart and blood vessels by lowering bad cholesterol and reducing blood pressure with healthy fats. They also support the brain, gut, and skin through powerful plant antioxidants. That is why nowadays, Olive oil are preferred over other cooking oils because they are believed to be healthier. Some people also used it as a salad dressing.

Pure, unmixed olive oil is known as virgin oil. And the oil from the first cold pressing is known as Extra virgin oil. It is said one olive produces only one drop of Extra virgin oil. The oil from subsequent pressings are of lower quality.

If you believe in Feng Shui, olive trees are considered very good Feng Shui. They represent peace, abundance, longevity, and resilience, bringing a calm and stable Wood element energy to your space.

There are about half a dozen olive trees in the flower dome. They all look like hundreds of year old.

You can click on the picture for a better view.

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