Olearia townsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
townsonii
ID:
59472
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cheeseman
Source:
gcc
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Man. New Zealand Fl., ed. 2. 917. 1925
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058801
Common Names
- Townson's Daisy-bush
- Townson's Olearia
- Townson's Tree-daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Olearia townsonii (also called 'Townson's Daisybush', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with white flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist forests, thickets, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Olearia townsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and also as a groundcover. It has many medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Olearia townsonii is a yellow-green color with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Olearia townsonii is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will need supplemental irrigation in dry climates. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.
Where to Find Olearia townsonii
Olearia townsonii is native to New Zealand and can be found in grasslands, shrublands, and forests. It is also found in Australia, Chile, and Argentina.
Olearia townsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Olearia townsonii?
Olearia townsonii
What type of plant is Olearia townsonii?
It is a shrub
Where is Olearia townsonii found?
It is found in the southeastern United States
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-15903: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Frederic Cheeseman (1846-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheeseman' in the authors string.