Helichrysum arwae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arwae
ID:
95265
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R.I.Wood
Source:
gcc
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(1): 132 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094594
Common Names
- Helichrysum Arwae
- Arwae Bush
- Arwae Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Helichrysum arwae (also called Arwa Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of the Americas and Africa. It grows up to 0.5 meters in height and has small white flowers. It is found in dry habitats such as grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Helichrysum arwae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used to treat wounds, skin infections, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Helichrysum arwae has yellow flowers with five petals, small seeds, and small seedlings with narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Helichrysum arwae is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Helichrysum arwae
Helichrysum arwae can be found in the mountains of South Africa.
Helichrysum arwae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helichrysum arwae?
Helichrysum arwae
What type of plant is Helichrysum arwae?
Herb
Where is Helichrysum arwae found?
Western Australia
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
John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:904334-1: Based on the initial data import