Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monticola
ID:
44465

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Bailey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Dept. Agric. Brisbane Bot. Bull. x. 39 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043794

Common Names

  • Olearia monticola
  • Mountain Daisybush
  • Mountain Daisy-bush

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Synonyms

  • Olearia monticola monticola [unknown]

Description

Olearia monticola (also called 'Mountain Daisy-bush', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in alpine and subalpine habitats. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Olearia monticola is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olearia monticola is a white daisy-like flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olearia monticola is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and should be planted in spring or fall.

Where to Find Olearia monticola

Olearia monticola is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Olearia monticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olearia monticola?

Olearia monticola

What is the common name of Olearia monticola?

Mountain Daisy-bush

What type of plant is Olearia monticola?

Evergreen shrub

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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