Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
kraussii
ID:
130502

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Flora 27(2): 679 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129831

Common Names

  • Helichrysum kraussii
  • Krauss' Everlasting
  • Krauss' Immortelle

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Synonyms

  • Achyrocline steetzii Vatke [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium kraussii (Sch.Bip.) Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Achyrocline batocana Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Helichrysum steetzii O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum kraussii (also called Chilean everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Chile. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum kraussii has been used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum kraussii is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum kraussii can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. The plants can be divided in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted immediately in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Helichrysum kraussii

Helichrysum kraussii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Cape Provinces of the country.

Helichrysum kraussii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum kraussii?

Helichrysum kraussii

What is the common name of Helichrysum kraussii?

Krauss' everlasting

What is the habitat of Helichrysum kraussii?

It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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