Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
chionophilum
ID:
91918

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 6: 103 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091247



Common Names

  • Helichrysum chionophilum
  • White-Loving Everlasting
  • White-Loving Helichrysum


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Description

Helichrysum chionophilum (also called Snow-loving Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum chionophilum is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has attractive yellow flowers and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum chionophilum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum chionophilum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. The divisions should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and slightly alkaline. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Helichrysum chionophilum

Helichrysum chionophilum is native to Europe, and is found in the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathians.

Helichrysum chionophilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum chionophilum?

Helichrysum chionophilum

What is the common name of Helichrysum chionophilum?

Snowy Everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum chionophilum?

It is found in rocky and stony places in the mountains of Europe

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:212561-1: Based on the initial data import