Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lacteum
ID:
133885

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss. & Durieu

Source:
gcc

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 2: 365 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133214



Common Names

  • Helichrysum Lacteum
  • Lacteum Helichrysum
  • Helichrysum


Searching for Helichrysum lacteum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Helichrysum lacteum lacteum [unknown]
  • Helichrysum lacteum maroccanum Coss. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum lacteum (also called Milky helichrysum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, oval leaves and clusters of white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum lacteum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum lacteum is a small, white or yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of narrow, grey-green leaves.

Searching for Helichrysum lacteum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum lacteum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart and should be kept moist until established. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Helichrysum lacteum

Helichrysum lacteum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Helichrysum lacteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum lacteum?

Helichrysum lacteum

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum lacteum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the common uses of Helichrysum lacteum?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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-94027: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Michel Charles Durieu de Maisonneuve (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durieu' in the authors string.