Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fleckii
ID:
62026

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2: 4: 1017 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061355



Common Names

  • Silver Everlasting
  • Silver Ragwort
  • Fleckii


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Description

Helichrysum fleckii (also called Fleck's everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It typically grows in dry, open areas and can reach heights of up to 1 m. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum fleckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating respiratory problems, skin conditions, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helichrysum fleckii sub. fleckii
Helichrysum fleckii sub. viscidissimum (Hutch.) Merxm.
Helichrysum fleckii sub. volkii (Merxm.) Merxm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum fleckii is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a yellow center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum fleckii is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and moist soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring and division should be done in the spring.

Where to Find Helichrysum fleckii

Helichrysum fleckii can be found in South Africa, in areas such as the Western Cape and the Eastern Cape.

Helichrysum fleckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum fleckii?

Helichrysum fleckii

What type of plant is Helichrysum fleckii?

It is an evergreen perennial herb

Where does Helichrysum fleckii grow?

It is native to South Africa, but is grown in many tropical and subtropical regions around the world

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,