Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
amplectens
ID:
90132

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 34(1): 78 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089461



Common Names

  • Helichrysum amplectens
  • Curry Plant
  • Strawflower


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Description

Helichrysum amplectens (also called Ample helichrysum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and is used as an ornamental plant. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum amplectens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum amplectens is a yellow disc floret with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum amplectens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the tips of the stems in spring or early summer. The cuttings should be planted in a potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until they germinate.

Where to Find Helichrysum amplectens

Helichrysum amplectens is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Helichrysum amplectens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum amplectens?

Helichrysum amplectens

Where does Helichrysum amplectens grow?

Helichrysum amplectens grows in dry grasslands and scrublands in South Africa.

What is the flowering period of Helichrysum amplectens?

Helichrysum amplectens typically flowers from August to October.

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-4577: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.