Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
meyeri-johannis
ID:
17434

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1891: 427 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016763



Common Names

  • Helichrysum meyeri-johannis
  • Meyer's Everlasting
  • African Strawflower


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum hoffmannianum De Wild. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum adenocarpum alpinum Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum meyeri-johannis (also called African Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum meyeri-johannis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum meyeri-johannis is yellow in color and has a daisy-like appearance. The seeds are small and brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum meyeri-johannis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Helichrysum meyeri-johannis

Helichrysum meyeri-johannis is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Helichrysum meyeri-johannis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum meyeri-johannis?

Helichrysum meyeri-johannis

What is the common name of Helichrysum meyeri-johannis?

Meyer's Everlasting

Where is Helichrysum meyeri-johannis found?

Helichrysum meyeri-johannis is found in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-116219: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.