Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Hutch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
The Gardener's Chronicle ser. 3, 61 1917 in obs
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088337
Common Names
- Hoary Daisy-bush
- Grey Daisy-bush
- White Daisy-bush
Description
Olearia canescens (also called Daisy Bush, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in woodlands, shrublands and heathlands. Its leaves are small, oval-shaped and have a greyish-green color. Its flowers are white and daisy-like.
Uses & Benefits
Olearia canescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Olearia canescens sub. discolor Messina
Olearia canescens sub. canescens
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Olearia canescens is a white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Olearia canescens is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Olearia canescens
Olearia canescens is native to Australia and New Zealand. It can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Olearia canescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Olearia canescens?
Olearia canescens
What is the common name of Olearia canescens?
Hoary Daisy-bush
Where is Olearia canescens found?
Olearia canescens is found in 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,