Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
abietifolium
ID:
90590

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Compos. Madagascar 90. 289 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089919



Common Names

  • Helichrysum abietifolium
  • Evergreen Everlasting
  • Tree Everlasting


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Description

Helichrysum abietifolium (also called 'Fir-Leaved Everlasting', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in rocky soils and can reach up to 50 cm in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum abietifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and inflammations.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helichrysum abietifolium sub. gracilifolium (Humbert) Humbert
Helichrysum abietifolium sub. abietifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum abietifolium is a small, yellow-white, star-shaped flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum abietifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Helichrysum abietifolium

Helichrysum abietifolium can be found in dry grasslands and open forests in Central and Southern Europe.

Helichrysum abietifolium FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum abietifolium?

Helichrysum abietifolium is native to South Africa.

What is the growth habit of Helichrysum abietifolium?

Helichrysum abietifolium is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1 meter in height.

What is the average lifespan of Helichrysum abietifolium?

Helichrysum abietifolium has an average lifespan of 5 to 10 years.

Species in the Helichrysum genus

Helichrysum patulifolium, Helichrysum subglomeratum, Helichrysum mollifolium, Helichrysum sphaeroideum, Helichrysum retortum, Helichrysum buchananii, Helichrysum stoechas, Helichrysum ephelos, Helichrysum sessilioides, Helichrysum tomentosulum, Helichrysum polioides, Helichrysum serpentinicola, Helichrysum pallens, Helichrysum deltoideum, Helichrysum oxybelium, Helichrysum squarrulosum, Helichrysum bellum, Helichrysum persicum, Helichrysum callichrysum, Helichrysum foliosum, Helichrysum lanuginosum, Helichrysum altigenum, Helichrysum montis-cati, Helichrysum capense, Helichrysum praecinctum, Helichrysum obductum, Helichrysum summo-montanum, Helichrysum pannosum, Helichrysum ibityense, Helichrysum mundtii, Helichrysum marlothianum, Helichrysum anomalum, Helichrysum tricostatum, Helichrysum sivasicum, Helichrysum aureum, Helichrysum sarcolaenifolium, Helichrysum auronitens, Helichrysum calocephalum, Helichrysum caespititium, Helichrysum gloria-dei, Helichrysum nuratavicum, Helichrysum oligopappum, Helichrysum pagophilum, Helichrysum heldreichii, Helichrysum armenium, Helichrysum deserticola, Helichrysum foetidum, Helichrysum danguyanum, Helichrysum mixtum, Helichrysum korongoni,

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-46218: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.