Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microdisca
ID:
119658

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Black

Source:
gcc

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Transactions and Proceedings of the Royal Society of South Australia 52 1928

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118987



Common Names

  • Olearia
  • Olearia Microdisca
  • Microdisca


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Description

Olearia microdisca (also called Small-flowered Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Zealand. It grows to a height of 1.5m and has small, white flowers. It is found in lowland and montane forests, scrubland and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia microdisca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia microdisca is a small, white, five-petalled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a white-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia microdisca is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to New Zealand. It grows best in well-drained, moist soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Olearia microdisca

Olearia microdisca is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales and Victoria.

Olearia microdisca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia microdisca?

Olearia microdisca

What is the natural habitat of Olearia microdisca?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What are the common uses of Olearia microdisca?

Medicinal, ornamental, and timber

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-80294: Based on the initial data import
John McConnell Black (1855-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Black' in the authors string.