Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterocarpa
ID:
130370

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.T.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Proceedings of the Royal Society of Queensland 73 1963

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129699



Common Names

  • Heterocarpa Olearia
  • Heterocarpa Daisybush
  • Heterocarpa Daisy


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Description

Olearia heterocarpa (also called Heterocarpous Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia heterocarpa is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia heterocarpa is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a central disc of white disc florets surrounded by white ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and slightly flattened. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia heterocarpa is a shrub that is native to Australia. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in early spring in a sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plants can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Olearia heterocarpa

Olearia heterocarpa can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Olearia heterocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia heterocarpa?

Olearia heterocarpa

What type of plant is Olearia heterocarpa?

Olearia heterocarpa is a flowering plant

Where does Olearia heterocarpa grow?

Olearia heterocarpa is native to South America

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-9063: Based on the initial data import
Stanley Thatcher Blake (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Blake' in the authors string.