Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachyphylla
ID:
37812

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. ex Sond.) N.A.Wakef.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist lxxiii. 97 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037141



Common Names

  • Olearia Daisybush
  • Daisybush
  • Brachyphylla Daisybush


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Description

Olearia brachyphylla (also called 'Short-Leaved Daisy-Bush', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It is found in grasslands and open areas, growing to a height of up to 2 meters. It has white flowers and ovate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia brachyphylla is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia brachyphylla has white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia brachyphylla is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Olearia brachyphylla

Olearia brachyphylla is native to Australia. It can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Olearia brachyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia brachyphylla?

Olearia brachyphylla

What is the common name of Olearia brachyphylla?

Brachyphylla

What is the natural habitat of Olearia brachyphylla?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-135915: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
Norman Arthur Wakefield (1918-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Wakef.' in the authors string.