Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 54: 254 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125300
Common Names
- Brown's Everlasting
- Brown's Helichrysum
- Helichrysum brownei
Description
Helichrysum brownei (also called Brown's Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Australia. It has grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as grasslands and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Helichrysum brownei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Helichrysum brownei var. glandulosum Hedberg
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helichrysum brownei is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helichrysum brownei is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. They should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. The plants can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Helichrysum brownei
Helichrysum brownei is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.
Helichrysum brownei FAQ
What type of plant is Helichrysum brownei?
Helichrysum brownei is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family.
What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum brownei?
Helichrysum brownei is native to South Africa, where it is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
What is the scientific name of Helichrysum brownei?
The scientific name of Helichrysum brownei is Helichrysum brownei.
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,