Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
deserticola
ID:
9752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Afr. 33(7:2): 168 (1983) (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009081



Common Names

  • Desert Everlasting
  • Helichrysum
  • Strawflower


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Description

Helichrysum deserticola (also called Helichrysum deserticola, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and can be found in areas with low rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum deserticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum deserticola is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum deserticola is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a year.

Where to Find Helichrysum deserticola

Helichrysum deserticola is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, sandy areas.

Helichrysum deserticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum deserticola?

Helichrysum deserticola

What is the common name of Helichrysum deserticola?

Desert Helichrysum

What is the growth habit of Helichrysum deserticola?

It is a perennial herb with a woody base and a single erect stem

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-108794: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.