Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muricata
ID:
13616

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steetz) Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Flora Australiensis 3 1867

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012945



Common Names

  • Muricata Olearia
  • Muricata's Olearia
  • Olearia muricata


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Synonyms

  • Eurybia muricata Steetz [unknown]
  • Aster muricatus F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Olearia muricata (also called Prickly Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia and inhabits dry, rocky slopes and ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia muricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge, and as a windbreak. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat colds, flu, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia muricata is a small, white to pinkish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oblong capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia muricata is a shrub that is native to Australia. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Olearia muricata

Olearia muricata is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Olearia muricata FAQ

What are the common names of Olearia muricata?

Olearia muricata is commonly known as Prickly Daisy.

What is the natural habitat of Olearia muricata?

Olearia muricata is native to Australia, and prefers dry, open grasslands and scrublands.

What are the flowering and fruiting times for Olearia muricata?

Olearia muricata typically flowers from April to June, and fruits from July to September.

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-112526: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.