Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
leucocephalum
ID:
53212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ausfeld

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Gartenflora 97. 1864

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052541



Common Names

  • Leucocephalum Helichrysum
  • Whitehead Everlasting
  • Whitehead Paper Daisy


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Description

Helichrysum leucocephalum (also called White-headed Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa and Namibia. It has grey-green leaves and yellow flower heads. It typically grows in rocky areas and on slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum leucocephalum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum leucocephalum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, black achene with a pappus. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum leucocephalum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Helichrysum leucocephalum

Helichrysum leucocephalum is native to South Africa. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Helichrysum leucocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum leucocephalum?

Helichrysum leucocephalum

What type of plant is Helichrysum leucocephalum?

It is an annual herbaceous plant.

Where is Helichrysum leucocephalum native to?

Helichrysum leucocephalum is native to 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-1511: Based on the initial data import
J.G.von Ausfeld: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ausfeld' in the authors string.