Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crosby-smithiana
ID:
121897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petrie

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Trans. New Zealand Inst. 43: 254 (1911). (1910 publ. 1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121226



Common Names

  • Crosby-Smith's Daisy Bush
  • Olearia Crosby-Smithiana
  • Crosby-Smith Daisy Bush


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Description

Olearia crosby-smithiana (also called Crosby-Smith's Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the temperate regions of Australia and is commonly found in open woodlands and grasslands. The leaves are small and oval-shaped with a white underside.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia crosby-smithiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia crosby-smithiana is yellow in color, with a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia crosby-smithiana is a shrub native to New Zealand. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Olearia crosby-smithiana

Olearia crosby-smithiana can be found in the western United States, including California, Arizona, and Nevada.

Olearia crosby-smithiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia crosby-smithiana?

Olearia crosby-smithiana

What is the family of Olearia crosby-smithiana?

Asteraceae

Where is Olearia crosby-smithiana found?

It is found in New Zealand.

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-82456: Based on the initial data import
Donald Petrie (1846-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petrie' in the authors string.