Scientific Name: Olearia myrsinoides
Common Name: silky daisybush
Family Classification (Clade): Eudicots
Family: Asteraceae
Form Description: Much branched shrub with downy young shoots.
Height (m): 0.6 – 2
Flowers: Flower heads stalked, 1-3 together. Florets white or pinkish-purple 4-8, honey-scented.
Fruit: Achene without hairs, pappus-bristles cream or frequently pinkish-brown.
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Habitat Notes
Widespread and locally frequent throughout the State from sea level to the Central Plateau.
Site Tolerance
Exposed, Moist, Windy
Soil Tolerance
Fertile, Loam, Nutrient-poor, Well-drained
General Notes
Bird attracting. Resistant to Phytophthora cinnamomi.
Propagation Calendar
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Seed Collecting Month
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Sowing Month
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Cutting Month
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Propagation Method
Seed Information
Seed Collection
When seed is mature the achenes loosen in the centre of the seed heads which appear fluffy. Collect seed heads into paper bags and allow to dry. Rub and sieve seed.
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. Surface sow or lightly cover. Has been used with some success for direct seeding. Olearia could be susceptible to mealy bug. Smoke may improve germination.
Germination Time
2-5 weeks
Cutting & Division Information
Can be propagated from cuttings.