Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vernonioides
ID:
18796

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White & W.D.Francis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 38: 260 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018125

Common Names

  • Vernon's Daisy-bush
  • Olearia vernonioides
  • Vernon's Olearia

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Description

Olearia vernonioides (also called Vernon's Daisy-bush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a stem with a few branches. It is found in rocky habitats and on dry, sunny slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia vernonioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used to make herbal tea. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and its leaves can be used as a fodder for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia vernonioides is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a central disc of yellow. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia vernonioides is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in late spring or early summer. Seeds can also be collected and sown in the fall.

Where to Find Olearia vernonioides

Olearia vernonioides is native to New Zealand.

Olearia vernonioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia vernonioides?

Olearia vernonioides

What is the common name of Olearia vernonioides?

Vernon's Daisy-bush

What is the natural habitat of Olearia vernonioides?

Olearia vernonioides is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-117530: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
William D. Francis (1889-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Francis' in the authors string.