Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
longinquum
ID:
121222

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 40(2): 258 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120551



Common Names

  • Longinquum Helichrysum
  • Longinquum Everlasting
  • Longinquum Immortelle


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Description

Helichrysum longinquum (also called long-stalked everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with yellow flowers and silver-green foliage. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum longinquum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum longinquum is yellow and daisy-like, with a single layer of petals. The seed is small and oval-shaped, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum longinquum is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a pot filled with a mix of sand and peat moss. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Helichrysum longinquum

Helichrysum longinquum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia.

Helichrysum longinquum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum longinquum?

Helichrysum longinquum

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum longinquum?

Helichrysum longinquum is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

What are the common uses of Helichrysum longinquum?

Helichrysum longinquum is used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory conditions and other ailments.

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-81805: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.