Status:
valid
Authors:
D.A.Cooke
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 6(3,4) 1986
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075015
Common Names
- MacDonnell's Daisy-bush
- MacDonnell Daisy-bush
- MacDonnell's Olearia
Description
Olearia macdonnellensis (also called MacDonnell Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has white daisy-like flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Olearia macdonnellensis is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements. The plant is drought tolerant and is a good choice for xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Olearia macdonnellensis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Olearia macdonnellensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Olearia macdonnellensis
Olearia macdonnellensis is native to Australia and can be found in dry woodlands and grasslands.
Olearia macdonnellensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Olearia macdonnellensis?
Olearia macdonnellensis
What is the common name of Olearia macdonnellensis?
MacDonnell Range Daisy-bush
What is the natural habitat of Olearia macdonnellensis?
Dry woodlands and shrublands in 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,