Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
in Johnst. Kilim. Exped., App. 342. 1886 ; et in Trans. Linn. Soc. Ser. II. ii.(1887) 338.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090570
Common Names
- Kilimanjaro Helichrysum
- Helichrysum Plant
- Kilimanjaro Plant
Synonyms
- Helichrysum kirkii viridiluteum De Wild. [unknown]
Description
Helichrysum kilimanjari (also called Kilimanjaro Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows to a height of 30-50 cm. It is found in rocky areas, grasslands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Helichrysum kilimanjari is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helichrysum kilimanjari is yellow in color and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helichrysum kilimanjari is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the mountains of eastern Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Helichrysum kilimanjari requires little water and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C).
Where to Find Helichrysum kilimanjari
Helichrysum kilimanjari can be found in the Kilimanjaro region of East Africa.
Helichrysum kilimanjari FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helichrysum kilimanjari?
Helichrysum kilimanjari
What type of plant is Helichrysum kilimanjari?
Helichrysum kilimanjari is a shrub
Where does Helichrysum kilimanjari grow?
Helichrysum kilimanjari grows in East Africa
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,