Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
altigenum
ID:
4468

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. & Moeser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44(2-3): 322 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003797



Common Names

  • Highland Everlasting
  • Highland Helichrysum
  • Highland Strawflower


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Description

Helichrysum altigenum (also called Tall Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are yellow. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum altigenum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum altigenum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum altigenum is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Helichrysum altigenum

Helichrysum altigenum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Helichrysum altigenum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum altigenum?

Helichrysum altigenum

What is the common name of Helichrysum altigenum?

African Everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum altigenum?

It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky slopes.

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-103665: Based on the initial data import
Walter Moeser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moeser' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.