Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subspicata
ID:
25935

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 478 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025264



Common Names

  • Olearia Daisybush
  • Daisybush
  • Subspicata Daisybush


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Description

Olearia subspicata (also called Spicy Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to Australia. It has many stems that can grow up to 4 feet tall and has white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia subspicata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia subspicata is a small white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia subspicata is a perennial plant that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is frost tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Olearia subspicata

Olearia subspicata is native to Australia. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Olearia subspicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia subspicata?

Olearia subspicata

Where does Olearia subspicata grow?

Olearia subspicata grows in the southeastern United States.

What is the habitat of Olearia subspicata?

Olearia subspicata grows in dry, sandy soils and is tolerant of drought.

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,