Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mooneyi
ID:
116650

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) 10: 239 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115979



Common Names

  • Olearia mooneyi
  • Mooney's Daisy-bush
  • Mooney's Daisybush


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Synonyms

  • Aster mooneyi F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Olearia mooneyi (also called Daisy Bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in dry, sandy soils and on rocky slopes, and has a basal rosette of leaves with toothed margins. The leaves are lance-shaped and the flowers are yellow and borne in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia mooneyi is used for its medicinal properties to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia mooneyi is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia mooneyi is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. For cuttings, take cuttings from the current season's growth and place in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Olearia mooneyi

Olearia mooneyi is native to Australia and can be found in areas with dry, rocky soils. It is typically found in open woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands.

Olearia mooneyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia mooneyi?

Olearia mooneyi

What is the common name of Olearia mooneyi?

Mooney's Daisy-bush

Where is Olearia mooneyi 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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:234871-1: Based on the initial data import