Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
17093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 115 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016422

Common Names

  • Narrow-leaved Olearia
  • Narrow-leaved Daisybush
  • Narrow-leaved Aster

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Description

Olearia angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Olearia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge or windbreak. It is also used as a food plant by the larvae of some Lepidoptera species.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia angustifolia has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia angustifolia is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse.

Where to Find Olearia angustifolia

Olearia angustifolia is native to Australia and can be found in woodlands, heathlands, and along the edges of forests.

Olearia angustifolia FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Olearia angustifolia?

Olearia angustifolia prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.

What is the ideal temperature for Olearia angustifolia?

Olearia angustifolia prefers temperatures between 10 and 25 degrees Celsius.

How much sunlight does Olearia angustifolia need?

Olearia angustifolia prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight.

Species in the Olearia genus

Olearia adenophora, Olearia sarawaketensis, Olearia lacunosa, Olearia eremaea, Olearia imbricata, Olearia alpicola, Olearia clemensiae, Olearia boorabbinensis, Olearia traversii, Olearia ledifolia, Olearia iodochroa, Olearia frostii, Olearia minor, Olearia gordonii, Olearia hooglandii, Olearia kernotii, Olearia viscosa, Olearia lanceolata, Olearia decurrens, Olearia muricata, Olearia argyrophylla, Olearia revoluta, Olearia laciniifolia, Olearia oppositifolia, Olearia mucronata, Olearia lineata, Olearia durifolia, Olearia angustifolia, Olearia axillaris, Olearia stenophylla, Olearia aglossa, Olearia polita, Olearia vernonioides, Olearia astroloba, Olearia ilicifolia, Olearia matthewsii, Olearia moschata, Olearia obovata, Olearia lanuginosa, Olearia thomsonii, Olearia glutinosa, Olearia crenifingens, Olearia arida, Olearia cinerea, Olearia hectori, Olearia subspicata, Olearia ferresii, Olearia spectabilis, Olearia stellulata, Olearia frostii,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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