Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lucilioides
ID:
23562

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 290 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022891

Common Names

  • Helichrysum lucilioides
  • Silver Everlasting
  • Silver Helichrysum

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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium staehelinoides Thunb. [unknown]
  • Leontonyx ramosissimus O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum staehelinoides Druce [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum lucilioides (also called Everlasting Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant with a woody base and a height of 0.2-0.6m. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum lucilioides is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum lucilioides is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum lucilioides is an evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can also be grown from seed. Plant cuttings in moist soil and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly to keep the soil moist. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Helichrysum lucilioides

Helichrysum lucilioides is native to Africa and can be found in open woodlands and savannas.

Helichrysum lucilioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum lucilioides?

Helichrysum lucilioides

What is the family of Helichrysum lucilioides?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Helichrysum lucilioides?

South Africa

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