Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
obovatus
ID:
96681

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 89 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096010



Common Names

  • Ozothamnus
  • Rice Flower
  • Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium obovatum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum obovatum longifolium C.T.White & W.D.Francis [unknown]
  • Helichrysum obovatum DC. [unknown]

Description

Ozothamnus obovatus (also called Rice Flower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and grey-green foliage. It is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ozothamnus obovatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal herb to treat skin diseases, and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ozothamnus obovatus has yellow, daisy-like flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ozothamnus obovatus is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Ozothamnus obovatus

Ozothamnus obovatus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.

Ozothamnus obovatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ozothamnus obovatus?

Ozothamnus obovatus

What is the family of Ozothamnus obovatus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Ozothamnus obovatus?

Oblong Ozothamnus

Species in the Ozothamnus genus

Ozothamnus scaber, Ozothamnus obcordatus, Ozothamnus cinerea, Ozothamnus plumeus, Ozothamnus cassiope, Ozothamnus tuckeri, Ozothamnus cassinioides, Ozothamnus reticulatus, Ozothamnus rufescens, Ozothamnus thyrsoideus, Ozothamnus ferrugineus, Ozothamnus selago, Ozothamnus blackallii, Ozothamnus diotophyllus, Ozothamnus rosmarinifolius, Ozothamnus whitei, Ozothamnus catadromus, Ozothamnus cuneifolius, Ozothamnus lepidophyllus, Ozothamnus leptophyllus, Ozothamnus aggregatus, Ozothamnus glomeratus, Ozothamnus rosmarinifolius, Ozothamnus antennaria, Ozothamnus rogersianus, Ozothamnus coralloides, Ozothamnus kempei, Ozothamnus bilobus, Ozothamnus ledifolius, Ozothamnus reflexifolius, Ozothamnus occidentalis, Ozothamnus diosmifolius, Ozothamnus purpurascens, Ozothamnus ericifolius, Ozothamnus hookeri, Ozothamnus secundiflorus, Ozothamnus dimorphus, Ozothamnus selaginoides, Ozothamnus stirlingii, Ozothamnus depressus, Ozothamnus obovatus, Ozothamnus costatifructus, Ozothamnus vagans, Ozothamnus scutellifolius, Ozothamnus argophyllus, Ozothamnus rodwayi, Ozothamnus adnatus, Ozothamnus microphyllus, Ozothamnus eriocephalus, Ozothamnus argyrophyllus,

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-52170: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.