Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oporina
ID:
85912

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1(2): 114 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085241



Common Names

  • Oporina Olearia
  • Olearia
  • Oporina


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Description

Olearia oporina (also called Oporina Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to South America and is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia oporina is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia oporina has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem and are covered in small hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia oporina is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Olearia oporina

Olearia oporina is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Olearia oporina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia oporina?

Olearia oporina

What type of plant is Olearia oporina?

It is a shrub.

Where is Olearia oporina found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:234886-1: Based on the initial data import