Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cassiniae
ID:
37503

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Flora Australiensis 3 1867

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036832



Common Names

  • Daisy Bush
  • Kangaroo Daisy
  • New Zealand Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aster cassiniae F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Olearia cassiniae (also called Daisy Bush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, white daisy-like flowers and grows to a height of 2-3 metres. It is found in a variety of habitats, including coastal scrub, woodlands, and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia cassiniae is a shrub with small, white flowers that are often used in flower arrangements. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia cassiniae is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia cassiniae is an evergreen shrub that grows in a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be about 6 inches long. Layering can be done in spring or summer by bending a branch to the ground and burying it in the soil. The branch should be kept in place with a stake or rock until it takes root.

Where to Find Olearia cassiniae

Olearia cassiniae can be found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida, at elevations of 0-500m.

Olearia cassiniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia cassiniae?

Olearia cassiniae

What is the common name of Olearia cassiniae?

Cassin's Daisy-bush

What is the natural habitat of Olearia cassiniae?

Grasslands, 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-135619: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.