Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
haastii
ID:
97321

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl. : 126 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096650

Common Names

  • Olearia haastii
  • Haast's Daisy-bush
  • Mountain Daisy-bush

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Synonyms

  • Aster haastii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Olearia haastii (also called Haast's Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a smooth margin. It is found in grasslands and open areas, and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia haastii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat colds, coughs, and respiratory infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olearia haastii has small white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia haastii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Olearia haastii

Olearia haastii can be found in New Zealand, particularly in the South Island.

Olearia haastii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia haastii?

Olearia haastii

What is the common name of Olearia haastii?

Haast's Daisy-bush

Where is Olearia haastii found?

It is found in the mountains of New Zealand

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,

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