Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
astroloba
ID:
19119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lander & N.G.Walsh

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 7(1): 123 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018448



Common Names

  • Astroloba Olearia
  • Olearia Astroloba
  • Astroloba Daisy


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Description

Olearia astroloba (also called 'Star-leaved Daisy-bush', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has an erect habit, with grey-green leaves that are star-shaped and have toothed margins. The flowers are white and daisy-like and it grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia astroloba is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia astroloba has white flowers that are typically 2-3 inches in diameter and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia astroloba is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Olearia astroloba

Olearia astroloba is native to Australia and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Olearia astroloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia astroloba?

Olearia astroloba

What is the common name of Olearia astroloba?

Star-lobed Daisy-bush

What is the natural habitat of Olearia astroloba?

Olearia astroloba is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of Australia.

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-117835: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Lander (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lander' in the authors string.
Neville Grant Walsh (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.G.Walsh' in the authors string.