Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
selago
ID:
27699

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 2: 332 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027028

Common Names

  • Selago Ozothamnus
  • Ozothamnus Selago
  • Ozothamnus Selago

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Description

Ozothamnus selago (also called mountain everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It grows to a height of up to 2 m, with a single trunk and opposite leaves. Its flowers are white and its fruits are small, dry capsules. It is found in open, sunny habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ozothamnus selago is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin infections and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ozothamnus selago is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ozothamnus selago is a perennial shrub native to New Zealand. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Ozothamnus selago

Ozothamnus selago is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Ozothamnus selago FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ozothamnus selago?

Ozothamnus selago

What are the common uses of Ozothamnus selago?

Ozothamnus selago is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

What is the natural habitat of Ozothamnus selago?

Ozothamnus selago is native to Australia, and is found in temperate and subtropical regions.

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,