It survives best, however, under infrequent watering, in full sun and when planted in well-drained soils. It is indifferent to limy soils. Propagation Wild olive can be propagated by softwood or semi-hardwood stem cuttings taken in summer, treated with a rooting compound, and placed under mist. Wild olive, anacahuita. Medium-sized tree about 24 feet tall and 15 feet wide.
White flowers are abundant in early spring and other seasons when water is plentiful.
No serious pest problems. Native to dry soils, though will survive an irrigated landscape. Excellent selection for a Southwestern landscape where an evergreen flowering tree with drought hardiness is desired.