Description
Helichrysum baronii (also called Baron's Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with long, narrow, and slightly fleshy leaves. The plant grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Helichrysum baronii has yellow flowers with five petals and a center of yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and slightly flattened. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helichrysum baronii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be kept moist until established.