Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
albiflorum
ID:
25717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moeser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44(2-3): 269 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025046



Common Names

  • White-flowered Everlasting
  • White-flowered Helichrysum
  • White-flowered Strawflower


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum alismatifolium Moeser [unknown]
  • Helichrysum albidobracteatum De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum albiflorum (also called 'White-flowered Everlasting', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum albiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory and digestive ailments. It is also used as a natural dye and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum albiflorum is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and globular. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum albiflorum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or autumn or by division in spring.

Where to Find Helichrysum albiflorum

Helichrysum albiflorum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, dry habitats. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Helichrysum albiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum albiflorum?

Helichrysum albiflorum

What type of plant is Helichrysum albiflorum?

Perennial herb

What is the growth habit of Helichrysum albiflorum?

Low-growing, mat-forming

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