Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
geniorum
ID:
121777

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 6: 176 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121106

Common Names

  • Helichrysum geniorum
  • Helichrysum
  • Geniorum

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Description

Helichrysum geniorum (also called 'Cape Gold', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small yellow flowers and grows in sunny, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum geniorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and to provide food for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum geniorum has small yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum geniorum is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. When propagating by cuttings, take cuttings from the stems of the plant in the spring or summer and root them in a sandy soil. Water the cuttings regularly and keep them in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Helichrysum geniorum

Helichrysum geniorum is native to South Africa.

Helichrysum geniorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum geniorum?

Helichrysum geniorum

What is the common name of Helichrysum geniorum?

Genio's Helichrysum

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum geniorum?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82337: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.