Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brevifolium
ID:
83385

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Compos. Madagascar 92, 290 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082714



Common Names

  • Helichrysum brevifolium
  • Short-leaved Everlasting
  • Shortleaf Everlasting


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Description

Helichrysum brevifolium (also called Short-Leaved Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands, and has a woody stem and small, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum brevifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum brevifolium has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum brevifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Helichrysum brevifolium

Helichrysum brevifolium is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the southern parts of Europe and North Africa.

Helichrysum brevifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum brevifolium?

Helichrysum brevifolium

What is the common name of Helichrysum brevifolium?

Short-leaved Everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum brevifolium?

Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and disturbed sites

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,