Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentissima
ID:
139991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lander

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 7(2) 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139320



Common Names

  • Western Daisy-bush
  • Coastal Daisy-bush
  • Coast Daisy-bush


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Description

Olearia occidentissima (also called Western Olearia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia occidentissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia occidentissima has white flowers that are 2-3 cm in diameter and have a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia occidentissima is a perennial shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Olearia occidentissima

Olearia occidentissima is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands, pastures, and roadsides.

Olearia occidentissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia occidentissima?

Olearia occidentissima

What is the natural habitat of Olearia occidentissima?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

What are the common names of Olearia occidentissima?

Occidentissima's Daisy-bush

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-99924: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Lander (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lander' in the authors string.