Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cheesemanii
ID:
86782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cockayne & Allan

Source:
gcc

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. N. Z. Inst. 57: 57. 1927

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086111



Common Names

  • Cheeseman's Daisy-bush
  • Olearia Daisy-bush
  • Cheeseman's Olearia


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Synonyms

  • Olearia nitida angustifolia Cheeseman [unknown]
  • Olearia arborescens angustifolia Cheeseman [unknown]

Description

Olearia cheesemanii (also called Cheeseman's Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers and small, narrow leaves. It is native to New Zealand and grows in rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia cheesemanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia cheesemanii is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia cheesemanii is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn. The seed should be sown in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted in spring.

Where to Find Olearia cheesemanii

Olearia cheesemanii is native to New Zealand and can be found in shrubland and grassland habitats.

Olearia cheesemanii FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Olearia cheesemanii?

Olearia cheesemanii requires full sun, well-draining soil, and regular watering.

What type of climate does Olearia cheesemanii prefer?

Olearia cheesemanii prefers a warm, temperate climate.

What type of soil does Olearia cheesemanii prefer?

Olearia cheesemanii prefers a well-draining, sandy soil.

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-42497: Based on the initial data import
Harry Allan (1882-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Allan' in the authors string.
Leonard Cockayne (1855-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cockayne' in the authors string.