Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
traversii
ID:
6387

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl. 731. 1867 : use O. traversiorum

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005716



Common Names

  • Olearia Traversii
  • Traversii Daisy-bush
  • Traversii Tree Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aster traversii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eurybia traversii F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Aster traversii (F.Muell.) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Olearia traversii F.Muell. ex J.Buch. [unknown]

Description

Olearia traversii (also called Travers Daisy, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It has small, narrow, grey-green leaves and white daisy-like flowers. It is native to New Zealand and can be found in coastal and lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia traversii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia traversii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia traversii is a perennial shrub native to New Zealand. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Olearia traversii

Olearia traversii is native to New Zealand. It can be found in the wild in the region.

Olearia traversii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia traversii?

Olearia traversii

What is the natural habitat of Olearia traversii?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in New Zealand.

What are the characteristics of Olearia traversii?

Olearia traversii is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and leathery leaves.

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-105501: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.