Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argophylla
ID:
70048

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Labill.) Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Flora Australiensis 3 1867

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069377



Common Names

  • Olearia argophylla
  • Silver Daisy-bush
  • Silver-leaf Daisy-bush


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Synonyms

  • Shawia argophylla (Labill.) Baill. [unknown]
  • Aster argophyllus Labill. [unknown]
  • Eurybia argophylla (Labill.) Cass. [unknown]
  • Haxtonia argophylla Caley ex D.Don [unknown]
  • Aster moschatus hort. ex Colla [unknown]

Description

Olearia argophylla (also called 'Silver Daisy Bush', 'Silver Daisy', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has grey-green leaves and white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and shrublands at elevations of 0-1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia argophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia argophylla has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia argophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or autumn. Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Olearia argophylla

Olearia argophylla is native to Australia and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, fields, and roadsides. It is most commonly found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Olearia argophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia argophylla?

Olearia argophylla

What is the common name of Olearia argophylla?

Silver daisy bush

What is the natural habitat of Olearia argophylla?

Olearia argophylla is found in open woodlands and coastal areas.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-26202: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Jacques Labillardière (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labill.' in the authors string.