Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
krookii
ID:
12333

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moeser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44(2-3): 248 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011662



Common Names

  • Krook's Everlasting
  • Krook's Helichrysum
  • Krook's Immortelle


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Description

Helichrysum krookii (also called Krook's everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has a slender stem, and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, with a serrated margin. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum krookii is used as an ornamental plant, as a windbreak, and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum krookii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings have a basal rosette of spiny, lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum krookii is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or autumn when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Helichrysum krookii

Helichrysum krookii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape.

Helichrysum krookii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum krookii?

Helichrysum krookii

What is the common name of Helichrysum krookii?

Krook's Everlasting

What type of plant is Helichrysum krookii?

Herb

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-111300: Based on the initial data import
Walter Moeser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moeser' in the authors string.