Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hamulosum
ID:
45414

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 192 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044743



Common Names

  • Helichrysum hamulosum
  • Silver Everlasting
  • Cotton Bush


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Description

Helichrysum hamulosum (also called 'Cape Gold', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers and silvery-green foliage. It typically grows in rocky, sandy soils and in areas with full sun exposure.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum hamulosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used as a fragrant addition to potpourris and sachets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum hamulosum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The fruits are cylindrical and contain several black seeds. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum hamulosum is a perennial plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best propagated from seed sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium such as sand, perlite, or vermiculite and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should germinate in 4-6 weeks. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are ready to be planted out in their permanent positions.

Where to Find Helichrysum hamulosum

Helichrysum hamulosum is native to South Africa.

Helichrysum hamulosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum hamulosum?

Helichrysum hamulosum

What is the common name of Helichrysum hamulosum?

Hooked Everlasting

What is the growth habit of Helichrysum hamulosum?

It is a perennial herb with a prostrate to ascending 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,