Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
acrophilum
ID:
73903

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Trans. S. African Philos. Soc. xviii. 389 (1907).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073232



Common Names

  • Silver Everlasting
  • Silver Cushion
  • Silver Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum transvalense Staner [unknown]
  • Helichrysum chrysosphaerum Schltr. ex Moeser [unknown]
  • Helichrysum spathulatum Moeser [unknown]
  • Helichrysum galpinii Schltr. & Moeser [unknown]
  • Helichrysum eriophorum Conrath [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium deltoides Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum acrophilum (also called mountain everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the family Asteraceae. It has a height of up to 1.5 m and its leaves are linear. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and coastal scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum acrophilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum acrophilum has small yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum acrophilum is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is best done from seed or by division.

Where to Find Helichrysum acrophilum

Helichrysum acrophilum is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Helichrysum acrophilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum acrophilum?

Helichrysum acrophilum

What is the common name of Helichrysum acrophilum?

Highland Everlasting

Where is Helichrysum acrophilum found?

Helichrysum acrophilum is found in South Africa

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-29973: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.