Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
indicum
ID:
138613

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Grierson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 31(1): 138 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137942



Common Names

  • Indian Everlasting
  • Indian Strawflower
  • Indian Helichrysum


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum notatum Steud. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium notatum Thunb. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium drabiforme Schrank [unknown]
  • Helichrysum spathulatum Moench [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium achilleoides Sieber ex DC. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium indicum L. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium paniculatum P.J.Bergius [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium pluricaule Poir. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium expansum Thunb. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum expansum Less. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium floccosum DC. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium sessile Burm.f. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum indicum (also called Indian Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and stony slopes at elevations of 0-2,000m.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum indicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum indicum has yellow flowers with a single row of yellow petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum indicum is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections, each with a few leaves. Replant the sections in the same location. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer. Take a cutting of a stem with a few leaves and place it in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a sunny location.

Where to Find Helichrysum indicum

Helichrysum indicum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Helichrysum indicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum indicum?

Helichrysum indicum

What is the common name of Helichrysum indicum?

Indian Everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum indicum?

Helichrysum indicum is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

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-98605: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Charles Grierson (1929-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grierson' in the authors string.