Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
floribunda
ID:
83116

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 477 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082445

Common Names

  • Daisy Bush
  • Floribunda Daisy Bush
  • Olearia

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Description

Olearia floribunda (also called daisy bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has a rounded shape, and grows up to 3 m tall. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its flowers are white and daisy-like. It grows in open woodlands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia floribunda is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in xeriscaping. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia floribunda is a small, white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem and a single flower head.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia floribunda is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce viable seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist, but not soggy, and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Olearia floribunda

Olearia floribunda is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Olearia floribunda FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Olearia floribunda?

Olearia floribunda is commonly found in open forests and woodlands in Australia.

What is the ideal soil type for Olearia floribunda?

Olearia floribunda prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Olearia floribunda be watered?

Olearia floribunda should be watered once a week during the growing season and once a month during the winter.

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-38955: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.