Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hellwigii
ID:
34893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 16(1): 28 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034222



Common Names

  • Hellwig's Anaphalis
  • Hellwig's Pearly Everlasting
  • Hellwig's Silver Puffs


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Description

Anaphalis hellwigii (also called 'Hellwig's Pearly Everlasting', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a single stem with several branches and is covered in small, white hairs. It has white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, open areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis hellwigii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to provide shade and shelter in windy areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anaphalis hellwigii has small, yellow flowers with a black centre. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis hellwigii is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Anaphalis hellwigii

Anaphalis hellwigii can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula and in North Africa.

Anaphalis hellwigii FAQ

What is the growth habit of Anaphalis hellwigii?

Anaphalis hellwigii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.

What is the flowering period of Anaphalis hellwigii?

Anaphalis hellwigii flowers from April to August.

What is the habitat of Anaphalis hellwigii?

Anaphalis hellwigii is found in open woodlands, scrub and grassland.

Species in the Anaphalis genus

Anaphalis acutifolia, Anaphalis arfakensis, Anaphalis notoniana, Anaphalis spodiophylla, Anaphalis bulleyana, Anaphalis subumbellata, Anaphalis pannosa, Anaphalis longifolia, Anaphalis transnokoensis, Anaphalis surculosa, Anaphalis tenuissima, Anaphalis delavayi, Anaphalis plicata, Anaphalis javanica, Anaphalis lactea, Anaphalis margaritaceae, Anaphalis marcescens, Anaphalis tenuicaulis, Anaphalis yangii, Anaphalis hancockii, Anaphalis larium, Anaphalis garanica, Anaphalis staintonii, Anaphalis cinerascens, Anaphalis corymbifera, Anaphalis pedicellatum, Anaphalis batangensis, Anaphalis porphyrolepis, Anaphalis cavei, Anaphalis travancorica, Anaphalis subdecurrens, Anaphalis tibetica, Anaphalis busua, Anaphalis szechuanensis, Anaphalis nepalensis, Anaphalis virens, Anaphalis brevifolia, Anaphalis triplinervis, Anaphalis scopulosa, Anaphalis hellwigii, Anaphalis oblonga, Anaphalis leptophylla, Anaphalis souliei, Anaphalis sulphurea, Anaphalis meeboldii, Anaphalis elegans, Anaphalis sinica, Anaphalis mucronata, Anaphalis virgata, Anaphalis suffruticosa,

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-133080: Based on the initial data import
Otto Warburg (1859-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warb.' in the authors string.