Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
homolepis
ID:
88602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Flora Australiensis 3 1867

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087931



Common Names

  • Olearia
  • Homolepis
  • Olearia Homolepis


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Synonyms

  • Aster homolepis F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Aster homolepis Chang ex Ling [unknown]

Description

Olearia homolepis (also called Olearia homolepis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky areas and dry scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia homolepis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia homolepis has small, white flowers, small, oval seeds and seedlings with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia homolepis is a perennial plant native to New Zealand. It is easy to grow and propagate from cuttings. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by taking semi-ripe cuttings in summer. It can also be propagated by seed, although this is not always reliable.

Where to Find Olearia homolepis

Olearia homolepis can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and some Pacific Islands.

Olearia homolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia homolepis?

Olearia homolepis

What is the common name of Olearia homolepis?

Smooth-leaved daisy-bush

What is the natural habitat of Olearia homolepis?

Grassy slopes and disturbed areas

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-44279: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.