Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
arenicola
ID:
125894

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.D.Hend.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München v. 115 (1963).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125223



Common Names

  • Strawflower
  • Everlasting Daisy
  • Paper Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum rangei Moeser ex Dinter [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum arenicola (also called 'Sand Everlasting', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and long, thin stems. It typically grows in sandy areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum arenicola has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum arenicola has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum arenicola is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Helichrysum arenicola

Helichrysum arenicola is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Helichrysum arenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum arenicola?

Helichrysum arenicola

What type of plant is Helichrysum arenicola?

Helichrysum arenicola is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Helichrysum arenicola found?

Helichrysum arenicola is found in Austria.

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-86306: Based on the initial data import
Mayda Doris Henderson (1928-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.D.Hend.' in the authors string.