Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phlogopappa
ID:
105016

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 272 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000104345



Common Names

  • Olearia Phlogopappa
  • Mountain Daisy
  • Daisy Bush


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Description

Olearia phlogopappa (also called 'Mountain Daisy-bush', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia and New Zealand. It grows to a height of 2-3 meters and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia phlogopappa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, and as a source of food.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Olearia phlogopappa var. microcephala (Hook.f.) W.M.Curtis
Olearia phlogopappa var. phlogopappa
Olearia phlogopappa sub. angustifolia (Hook.f.) Messina
Olearia phlogopappa sub. continentalis Messina
Olearia phlogopappa sub. flavescens (Hutch.) Messina
Olearia phlogopappa sub. gunniana (DC.) Messina
Olearia phlogopappa sub. insularis Messina
Olearia phlogopappa sub. salicina (Hook.f.) Messina
Olearia phlogopappa sub. serrata Messina
Olearia phlogopappa sub. subrepanda Messina
Olearia phlogopappa var. brevipes (Hook.f.) W.M.Curtis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia phlogopappa has white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with small hairs on the underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia phlogopappa is a perennial herb native to Australia. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. It can also be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, bright location and kept moist until they have germinated.

Where to Find Olearia phlogopappa

Olearia phlogopappa can be found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands in Australia.

Olearia phlogopappa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia phlogopappa?

Olearia phlogopappa

What is the common name of Olearia phlogopappa?

Mountain Daisy-bush

Where is Olearia phlogopappa found?

Olearia phlogopappa is found in 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,

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