Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
elegantissimum
ID:
128789

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 179 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128118

Common Names

  • Helichrysum elegantissimum
  • Elegant Everlasting
  • Elegant Helichrysum

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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium formosissimum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium elegantissimum Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum elegantissimum (also called Elegant Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, dry grasslands, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum elegantissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum elegantissimum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black, and have a diameter of 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum elegantissimum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant. It is best grown in a sunny location and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Helichrysum elegantissimum

Helichrysum elegantissimum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Helichrysum elegantissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum elegantissimum?

Helichrysum elegantissimum

What is the common name of Helichrysum elegantissimum?

Elegant Everlasting

What is the habitat of Helichrysum elegantissimum?

It is found in dry, rocky or sandy soils in the mountains of Africa

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