Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fulgens
ID:
15795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert & Staner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 14: 103 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015124



Common Names

  • Flaming Everlasting
  • Fulgens Helichrysum
  • Flaming Helichrysum


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Description

Helichrysum fulgens (also called Red Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and finely-divided leaves. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry grassland and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum fulgens is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators, and its leaves can be used to make a tea. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum fulgens is yellow and daisy-like with a dark center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, light green and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum fulgens is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings in the summer. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Helichrysum fulgens

Helichrysum fulgens is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and on limestone slopes.

Helichrysum fulgens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum fulgens?

Helichrysum fulgens

What are the common names of Helichrysum fulgens?

Golden Everlasting, Golden Immortelle

What is the growth habit of Helichrysum fulgens?

It is an evergreen shrub with a compact, upright habit

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-114633: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
Pierre Staner (1901-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staner' in the authors string.