Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
heywoodianum
ID:
91009

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Davis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 21: 131 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090338

Common Names

  • Strawflower Everlasting
  • Straw Daisy
  • Helichrysum Heywoodianum

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Description

Helichrysum heywoodianum (also called Heywood's Helichrysum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum heywoodianum is used to make herbal tea, as a natural dye, and as an insect repellent. It is also known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum heywoodianum is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum heywoodianum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Helichrysum heywoodianum

Helichrysum heywoodianum is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry areas, such as deserts and steppes.

Helichrysum heywoodianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum heywoodianum?

Helichrysum heywoodianum

What is the habitat of Helichrysum heywoodianum?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of South Africa

What is the flower color of Helichrysum heywoodianum?

The flowers are yellow in color

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,