Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
26726

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 24: 546 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026055



Common Names

  • Olearia spectabilis
  • Showy Daisy-bush
  • Showy Olearia


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Description

Olearia spectabilis (also called Showy Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia spectabilis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard shell. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia spectabilis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be divided in spring or fall. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate poor soils.

Where to Find Olearia spectabilis

Olearia spectabilis can be found in Australia, including parts of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Olearia spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia spectabilis?

Olearia spectabilis

What is the common name of Olearia spectabilis?

Showy Daisy-bush

What is the natural habitat of Olearia spectabilis?

Dry, sandy, open woods, clearings, and roadsides

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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