Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
plumeus
ID:
7893

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Allan) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007222



Common Names

  • Plumeus Ozothamnus
  • Plume Bush
  • Plume Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum plumeum Allan [unknown]

Description

Ozothamnus plumeus (also called Plumed Everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It has white flowers and is often used in traditional herbal medicine.

Uses & Benefits

Ozothamnus plumeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ozothamnus plumeus is white with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a white pappus. The seedlings have a single, long, white taproot, and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ozothamnus plumeus is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Ozothamnus plumeus

Ozothamnus plumeus is native to Australia and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Ozothamnus plumeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ozothamnus plumeus?

Ozothamnus plumeus

What type of plant is Ozothamnus plumeus?

Ozothamnus plumeus is an evergreen shrub.

Where is Ozothamnus plumeus native to?

Ozothamnus plumeus is native to Australia.

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

Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Harry Allan (1882-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Allan' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:962963-1: Based on the initial data import