Olearia glutinosa

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Olearia glutinosa
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O. glutinosa
Binomial name
Olearia glutinosa

Olearia glutinosa, commonly known as the sticky daisy-bush, is a species of plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the states of Victoria and Tasmania in south-eastern Australia. It grows on coastal dunes and is tolerant of sea spray.[1]

Description

The daisy-bush grows as a dense shrub up to 2 m high. The sticky leaves are pointed and narrow-linear, 10–30 mm long and less than 3 mm wide. The white flowers develop on the ends of the branches. The fruits are hairy achenes.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b "Sticky Daisy-bush". Victorian Resources Online. Department of Primary Industries, Victoria. 25 March 2011. Retrieved 25 April 2012.