Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
erigavoanum
ID:
127368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mesfin & T.Reilly

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Advances Compositae Syst. 415 (1995).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126697



Common Names

  • Helichrysum
  • Strawflower
  • Everlasting


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Description

Helichrysum erigavoanum (also called Erigavo Everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Somalia and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum erigavoanum is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum erigavoanum has white flowers with yellow centres. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum erigavoanum is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Helichrysum erigavoanum

Helichrysum erigavoanum is found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Helichrysum erigavoanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum erigavoanum?

Helichrysum erigavoanum

What is the common name of Helichrysum erigavoanum?

Erigavo Helichrysum

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum erigavoanum?

Dry grasslands and stony slopes

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-87717: Based on the initial data import
Mesfin Tadesse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mesfin' in the authors string.
Tasha Reilly: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Reilly' in the authors string.