Olearia burgessii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burgessii
ID:
133927
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lander
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Telopea 4(2) 1991 [1 Mar 1991]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133256
Common Names
- Olearia Burgessii
- Burgess's Daisy Bush
- Burgess's Daisy-bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Olearia burgessii (also called Burgess's Olearia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing shrub with small, white flowers and a woody stem. It is found in dry, open areas, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Olearia burgessii is a shrub that is often used in landscaping. It has white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer, and its leaves are used as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Olearia burgessii is a small, white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of narrow, grey-green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Olearia burgessii is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Where to Find Olearia burgessii
Olearia burgessii is native to New Zealand.
Olearia burgessii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Olearia burgessii?
Olearia burgessii
What is the natural habitat of Olearia burgessii?
It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.
What are the common uses of Olearia burgessii?
It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
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-94068: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Lander (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lander' in the authors string.