Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cerastioides
ID:
17610

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 171 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016939



Common Names

  • Helichrysum cerastioides
  • Cerastioides Helichrysum
  • Cerastioides Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium cerastoides Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum cerastioides gracile Moeser [unknown]
  • Helichrysum obvallatum DC. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum cerastioides cerastioides [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium obvallatum Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum cerastioides (also called star-shaped helichrysum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to Europe, where it grows in meadows, pastures, and other open, grassy areas. This perennial herb grows up to 30 cm tall and produces yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum cerastioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea, which is believed to have many health benefits, including improved digestion and relief from colds and flu.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helichrysum cerastioides var. aurosicum Merxm. & A.Schreib.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum cerastioides is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with a yellow-green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum cerastioides is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used, but they require cold stratification and may not be successful.

Where to Find Helichrysum cerastioides

Helichrysum cerastioides is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is found in the Mediterranean region, from the Canary Islands to the Middle East.

Helichrysum cerastioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum cerastioides?

Helichrysum cerastioides

What is the common name of Helichrysum cerastioides?

Cerastioides helichrysum

What is the habitat of Helichrysum cerastioides?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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,