Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
alticolum
ID:
121036

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Trans. S. African Philos. Soc. 18: 386. 1907

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120365



Common Names

  • Helichrysum alticolum
  • Highland Everlasting
  • Alpine Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum alticolum alticolum [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum alticolum (also called High-altitude Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to western North America, and grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum alticolum is used for its ornamental value in gardens, as a source of food for livestock, and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum alticolum is yellow, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum alticolum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Helichrysum alticolum

Helichrysum alticolum is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Helichrysum alticolum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum alticolum?

Helichrysum alticolum

What type of plant is Helichrysum alticolum?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where does Helichrysum alticolum grow?

It grows in the Mediterranean region

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-81631: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.