Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
herbaceum
ID:
24371

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Andrews) Sweet

Source:
gcc

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. : 223 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023700



Common Names

  • Helichrysum herbaceum
  • Everlasting Herb
  • Strawflower


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum ferrugineum Pers. [unknown]
  • Helipterum ferrugineum DC. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum splendens Sims [unknown]
  • Xeranthemum squamosum Thunb. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum monocephalum Baker [unknown]
  • Argyrocome ferruginea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Xeranthemum herbaceum Andrews [unknown]
  • Xeranthemum squamosum Jacq. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum diversifolium Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium squamosum Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum herbaceum (also called Herbaceous Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny and dry habitats, such as grasslands, rocky slopes, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum herbaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food additive in some dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum herbaceum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum herbaceum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process and may take up to two years for the plants to reach maturity.

Where to Find Helichrysum herbaceum

Helichrysum herbaceum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows and grasslands.

Helichrysum herbaceum FAQ

What type of plant is Helichrysum herbaceum?

Helichrysum herbaceum is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the scientific classification of Helichrysum herbaceum?

Helichrysum herbaceum belongs to the family Asteraceae, genus Helichrysum, and species herbaceum.

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum herbaceum?

Helichrysum herbaceum is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia.

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-122895: Based on the initial data import
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.
Henry Cranke Andrews (1770-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andrews' in the authors string.