Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
35852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lander

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Telopea 1(1) 1975 [28 Jul 1975]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035181



Common Names

  • Cushion Daisy Bush
  • Cushion Daisy Tree
  • Cushion Daisy


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Description

Olearia cordata (also called Heart-leaved Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has a woody stem and grows up to 3 m tall. It is found in dry and rocky areas, as well as in humid areas with moderate temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia cordata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia cordata has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia cordata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of soils, but it prefers sandy or gravelly soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Olearia cordata

Olearia cordata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Olearia cordata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Olearia cordata?

Olearia cordata is native to New Zealand, where it grows in rocky and sandy soils.

What is the average height of Olearia cordata?

Olearia cordata typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

What is the average lifespan of Olearia cordata?

Olearia cordata typically lives for up to 10 years.

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-134025: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Lander (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lander' in the authors string.