Scientific Name: Olearia axillaris

Common Name: coast daisybush

Family Classification (Clade): Eudicots

Family: Asteraceae

Form Description: Shrub with slender, erect branches.

Height (m): 1 – 2

Flowers: Flower heads solitary, florets white.

Fruit: Achene – long and hairy.

Municipality
Break O’DayDorsetFlindersGeorge TownLatrobeWest Tamar
Plant Communities
Coastal Vegetation
Habitat Notes

Local on coastal sand dunes in the north-east of the State; also on the islands of Bass Strait.

Site Tolerance

Dry, Exposed, Moist, Windy

Soil Tolerance

Fertile, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained

Frost Tolerance

Moderate

General Notes

Plants are suitable for semi-arid and temperate regions and are fast growing in acidic or slightly alkaline soils. They make excellent soil-binders and form effective windbreaks. They tolerate salt spray, moderate frosts and extended dry periods. Bird attracting. Resistant to Phytophthora cinnamomi.

Propagation Calendar

  • Flowering Month
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
  • Seed Collecting Month
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
  • Sowing Month
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
  • Cutting Month
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Propagation Method
Seed, Cuttings

Seed Information

Seed Collection

When seed is mature the achenes loosen in the centre of the seed heads which appear fluffy. Collect entire seed heads into paper bags and allow to dry. Rub and sieve.

Seed Treatment Method

Surface Sow Sow seed finely on the surface of the potting mix and cover with just enough mix to hold the seed on the surface when watered.

Seed Storage Life

Short

Seed Treatment Notes

For best results fresh seed should be used. Seed should be surface sown or covered lightly. Little viable seed produced by some species. Has been used with some success for direct seeding.

Germination Time

2-5 weeks

Cutting & Division Information

Can be grown from cuttings.