Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanuginosa
ID:
22246

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.H.Willis) N.A.Wakef.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist lxxiii. 96 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021575



Common Names

  • Woolly Daisy-bush
  • Woolly Olearia
  • Woolly Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Olearia floribunda lanuginosa J.H.Willis [unknown]

Description

Olearia lanuginosa (also called Downy Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has white flowers and can grow up to 1 m tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia lanuginosa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and to provide shelter and food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia lanuginosa has white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are green and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia lanuginosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Olearia lanuginosa

Olearia lanuginosa is native to Australia and can be found in the eastern and southern parts of the country.

Olearia lanuginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia lanuginosa?

Olearia lanuginosa

What type of plant is Olearia lanuginosa?

Olearia lanuginosa is a species of shrub in the Asteraceae family.

Where is Olearia lanuginosa found?

Olearia lanuginosa is native to Australia.

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-120862: Based on the initial data import
Norman Arthur Wakefield (1918-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Wakef.' in the authors string.
James Hamlyn Willis (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Willis' in the authors string.