Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
heterolasium
ID:
107179

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 34(1): 81 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000106508



Common Names

  • Heterolasium Helichrysum
  • Helichrysum heterolasium
  • Paper Daisy


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Description

Helichrysum heterolasium (also called 'Curry Plant', among many other common names) is a small, woody shrub with small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum heterolasium is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and as a diuretic. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum heterolasium is a yellow daisy-like flower with a central disc. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum heterolasium is an evergreen perennial plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation can be done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Helichrysum heterolasium

Helichrysum heterolasium is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Helichrysum heterolasium FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Helichrysum heterolasium?

Helichrysum heterolasium prefers well-drained soil.

What is the ideal light condition for Helichrysum heterolasium?

Helichrysum heterolasium prefers full sun to partial shade.

What is the ideal temperature range for Helichrysum heterolasium?

Helichrysum heterolasium prefers a temperature range of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

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-6468: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.